# What happens if I miss the annual return? — RCS
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## What happens if I miss the annual return?

Last updated: 14 October 2026 Answer from Robo Company Secretary How we write answers

Penalties accrue — SSM compounds against the company and directors at published, escalating rates — and persistent failure to file is a ground for strike-off and prosecution. One missed return is fixable money; several missed years is a regularisation project. Either way the cost grows with waiting.

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Sources: Companies Act 2016 s.68 SSM compound schedules

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### Key facts

- Compounds vs company + directors, escalating
- Persistent failure → strike-off + prosecution ground

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