Texas LLC PIR: Who to List as Officer (Members vs. Managers Explained)

The Texas Public Information Report (Form 05-102) asks for your LLC's "officers" — but Texas LLCs don't actually have officers. What the form really wants is your members (if member-managed) or managers (if manager-managed), plus your registered agent. Leave this section wrong or blank and you risk having your PIR rejected or, worse, triggering forfeiture of your LLC's right to do business in Texas.

Step 1: Determine whether your LLC is member-managed or manager-managed

This one decision controls everything else on the PIR officer section.

Member-managed LLC: The members (owners) run the day-to-day business directly. This is the default for most small Texas LLCs. If your operating agreement doesn't specify otherwise, you're probably member-managed.

Manager-managed LLC: The LLC is run by one or more designated managers, who may or may not be members. This structure is common when outside investors are involved, or when a member wants to delegate management authority without giving up ownership.

Check your Certificate of Formation (the document filed with the Texas Secretary of State when you formed the LLC) — it should specify which structure you chose. Your operating agreement will also reflect this. If you're unsure, you're almost certainly member-managed.

Common mistake: Many LLC owners try to list a title like "CEO," "President," or "Managing Member" in the title field. Texas franchise tax forms don't recognize these. Use Member or Manager — those are the only titles the Comptroller's system is designed for on an LLC PIR.

Step 2: List all members (member-managed) or all managers (manager-managed)

For each person you list, you'll need:

• Full legal name — exactly as it appears on government ID
• Title — Member for member-managed, Manager for manager-managed
• Mailing address — street address, city, state, ZIP (see Step 3 for address options)

Member-managed LLC: List every member. If you have three co-owners, all three go on the PIR. There is no minimum ownership percentage that exempts someone from being listed.

Manager-managed LLC: List every manager. You do not need to list non-managing members, though you may if you choose. If a corporate entity serves as the manager, list the entity's name and address.

Single-member LLC: List yourself as the sole member. You cannot leave this section blank even though there is only one person.

Multi-member LLC with one active manager: If your LLC is manager-managed and one member also serves as the manager, list them with the title Manager. The other members who have no management role do not need to appear as managers.

This should take about 5 minutes once you have everyone's information ready.

Step 3: Choose the right address for each person listed

The PIR is a public document. Every address you submit is visible to anyone who searches the Texas Comptroller's database. Many LLC owners prefer not to list a personal home address on a public government record. You have options:

Acceptable addresses to use:

• Your LLC's principal office address (most common)
• Your registered agent's street address (if they permit this)
• A commercial mailbox service (e.g., a UPS Store box listed as a suite number, not a PO Box)
• Any valid mailing address where the person actually receives mail

Not acceptable:

• A PO Box (the Comptroller requires a street address for registered agent fields specifically; member/manager addresses may accept PO Boxes, but a street address is more reliable)
• A blank — every listed person must have an address

The address does not have to be in Texas. A member who lives in California can list their California address.

Step 4: Complete the registered agent section

The PIR also requires your current registered agent's information:

• Registered agent name — the individual's full name, or the name of the registered agent service
• Registered agent street address — must be a physical street address in Texas, not a PO Box

This must match the registered agent on file with the Texas Secretary of State. If you've changed registered agents recently and haven't updated the SOS, you'll need to file a Form 401 change of registered agent before or alongside your PIR.

Common mistake: Listing a registered agent who has resigned or who no longer operates at the listed address. If your registered agent has moved or closed, update it first — an incorrect registered agent can mean missed legal notices, including lawsuits served while you're unaware.

For more on your registered agent obligations, see Texas registered agent requirements for LLCs.

Step 5: File the PIR through WebFile

The PIR is not filed separately — it's completed as part of the franchise tax filing process through the Texas Comptroller's WebFile system:

1. Go to WebFile at comptroller.texas.gov.
2. Log in with your Texas taxpayer number (or create an account if you haven't filed before).
3. Start your franchise tax report. The system will prompt you to complete the PIR as part of the same session.
4. In the PIR section, enter each member or manager as described above.
5. Confirm your registered agent information matches what's on file with the SOS.
6. Submit. Save your confirmation number.

The PIR has no separate filing fee — it's free to file. The entire franchise tax + PIR filing for a straightforward LLC takes about 15–20 minutes.

Filing deadline: May 15 each year. Missing the PIR deadline can trigger forfeiture of your LLC's privileges under Texas Tax Code §§ 171.251 and 171.252 — even if you paid all your franchise taxes on time. See Texas public information report filing requirements for the full consequences.

Quick reference

Frequently asked questions

Who do I list as officer on a Texas LLC public information report?

Texas LLCs don't have officers in the corporate sense. On Form 05-102, member-managed LLCs list each member with the title "Member," and manager-managed LLCs list each manager with the title "Manager." Using titles like CEO or President is a common mistake — the Texas Comptroller's system recognizes "Member" and "Manager" for LLCs.

Does a single-member LLC need to list anyone on the Texas PIR?

Yes. A single-member LLC must list the sole member on the PIR. You cannot leave the member/manager section blank. List your full legal name, address, and the title "Member" (or "Manager" if you're the designated manager of a manager-managed LLC).

Do I have to list my home address on the Texas PIR?

No. You must provide a valid mailing address, but it doesn't have to be your home. Many owners use their LLC's principal office address, a commercial mailbox address, or their registered agent's address. The PIR is public record, so any address you list will be visible to anyone who searches.

What is the deadline for filing the Texas LLC PIR?

The PIR is due May 15 annually, filed alongside your franchise tax report through WebFile. You can't submit the franchise tax report without completing the PIR in the same session. Missing the PIR deadline risks forfeiture even if you paid all taxes on time.

What happens if I list the wrong person on the Texas PIR?

File a corrected PIR through WebFile as soon as you catch the error. Incorrect information doesn't automatically void the filing, but providing false information carries legal risk, and outdated records can create complications if your LLC is audited or sued.

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Last verified: 2026-05-03

Sources: Texas Comptroller — PIR and OIR Filing Requirements · Texas Comptroller — Franchise Tax · Texas Tax Code §§ 171.251–171.255