Business Formation in North Dakota
LLC & Corporation formation in North Dakota.
North Dakota formation requirements, filing fees, registered agent rules, and ongoing compliance — for both LLCs and corporations, on one page.
Formation Overview
LLC Formation in North Dakota
North Dakota LLCs file Articles of Organization and an annual report.
Corporation Formation in North Dakota
North Dakota corporations file Articles of Incorporation and an annual report.
Key Filing Requirements
- Filing agency
- North Dakota Secretary of State
- LLC formation document
- Articles of Organization
- Corporation formation document
- Articles of Incorporation
- LLC state filing fee
- $135
- Corporation state filing fee
- $100
- Annual / periodic report
- North Dakota requires an annual report.
- Annual report fee
- $50
- Registered agent requirement
- A registered agent with a physical North Dakota address is required.
- Official state source
- Official Agency Website
Ongoing Compliance
File the annual report and maintain a registered agent.
LLC Management
Member- or manager-managed per the operating agreement.
Corporation Directors & Officers
At least one director and officer required.
Foreign Qualification
Foreign entities may obtain a Certificate of Authority in North Dakota.
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North Dakota Formation
Ready to form your company in North Dakota?
Initial formation is $495 plus North Dakota state filing fees. Ongoing maintenance through Nationwide begins the following year at $495 plus applicable state fees. Call 1-888-498-5402.