The royal couple’s Archewell Foundation was served a delinquency notice after apparently failing to submit records – and pay a bill.

They were at the centre of yet another controversy after it was revealed their charity had been ordered to stop donations.

But Sussex sources on Tuesday claimed the notice was actually issued because officials at California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s office did not process the $200 (£160) cheque.

This small fee was to pay for their annual registration bill, as reported by the MailOnline.

The source added how their tax filings were submitted in full, in accordance with all regulations, and were widely reported in the media in December.

However, the Sussexes’ charity on Tuesday night broke its silence on the alleged cash woes saying it is “fully compliant”.

And in a new statement in the hours that followed, California’s Department of Justice confirmed the charity is “current and in good standing”.

A spokesperson said: “After being in touch with our Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, the organisation is current and in good standing.”

It comes after the Telegraph reported Archewell had been banned from raising or spending funds until an alleged unpaid fee was cleared.

It was claimed the charity was late in submitting its 2022 tax return or related costs.

Reports suggested the team was unaware the cheque had been lost until the delinquency notice was served on May 3.

The notice to Archewell Foundation states: “The above captioned entity is listed as delinquent with the Registry of Charities and Fundraisers for failing to submit required annual report(s) and/or renewal fees.

“An organisation that is listed as delinquent is not in good standing and is prohibited from engaging in conduct for which registration is required, including soliciting or disbursing charitable funds.”

Archewell was urged to quickly sent all the necessary forms and fees “immediately” and was said to have done so – sending through a second cheque.

The notice, from California’s Department of Justice, read: “The organisation may also be subject to penalties and its registration may be suspended or revoked by the Registry.

“Once you submit the delinquent record(s), you will be notified of the amount of any late fees that are owed.”

It comes after the Sussexes charity last year reported taking a massive hit.

In December Archwell was said to have suffered a whopping  £8.7million drop in donations compared to the previous year.

It was revealed funds raised in 2022 had plummeted to just over £1.6m, compared to the £10.3m it was gifted in 2021.

In addition, only two major anonymous donors contributed £795,210 ($1million) each.

Harry and Meghan’s Foundation also recorded a loss of £536,357 ($674,485) due to the shortfall in donations as revenue was recorded at $2million while costs were $2.67million.

NIGERIA ‘VICTORY’

Despite Archewell making headlines, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex released a statement that seemingly ignored the reports.

Harry and Meghan issued a statement about their “unforgettable” visit to Nigeria on the Sussex website.

It read: “Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex concluded their unforgettable trip to Nigeria with a cultural reception in Lagos and a polo match fundraiser for Nigeria: Unconquered.”

Their statement touched on a pre-game parade and a “vibrant display of young enthusiasts in polo gear”.

They hailed the jubilant day “filled with sport and spirit”.

The couple’s message concluded with an extension of their “deepest gratitude” to the welcoming Nigerian community for their “tremendous hospitality”.

The couple unveiled a partnership between Archewell and non-profit Giants of Africa, which aims to empower young people through sport, on their Nigeria trip.

Harry was also on a three-day tour of the African nation to promote his Invictus Games for wounded veterans.

He arrived with Meghan in the capital Abuja on Friday, when they attended a school event highlighting mental health.

The prince also met wounded Nigerian soldiers in the north-west of the country.

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Source: USA Today