The registration fee for a North Dakota LLC is $135. The annual report fee is $50, due November 15.
Official sourceWhat does North Dakota charge to form and maintain an LLC?
| Formation document and method | Register the LLC with the North Dakota Secretary of State through the FirstStop Portal. |
|---|---|
| Formation charges | $135 to register a domestic LLC. |
| Recurring filing | $50 annual report for a domestic LLC. |
| First and later due dates | The annual report is due November 15. For a new business the first report is due in the year after the calendar year of registration. |
| Registered agent and office | A North Dakota LLC must maintain a registered agent with a physical address in North Dakota. A business cannot be its own agent. An individual who lives in North Dakota can serve as a non-commercial agent. |
| Taxes and other costs | The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service. |
When is the North Dakota LLC annual report due?
The annual report for an LLC is due November 15. For a new business the first report is due in the year after the calendar year in which it registered. The fee is $50. A business that does not file is placed in Not Good Standing and can later be terminated.
Who can be the North Dakota registered agent?
The agent needs a physical address in North Dakota. A business may not serve as its own agent, but an individual from the business can be the non-commercial agent if they live in North Dakota. Commercial agents can be North Dakota residents or entities with a business office in the state. You need the agent's approval before naming them.
What comes after the LLC filing?
Keep the accepted formation documents and your operating agreement, obtain an EIN when needed and check North Dakota tax registration and local licenses for the business activity.
Use the EIN guide for founders without an SSN if it fits your situation. An EIN does not replace state tax registration.
Which costs are outside the North Dakota filing fees?
The state filing fees do not include state tax registration, local licenses or paid agent service.
Compare the known state charges in the calculator and the 50-state and DC fee table. If the business works elsewhere, review when another state can require registration before choosing a formation state.
Which official sources support these figures?
- Secretary of State LLC page - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Maintain your registration - reviewed October 1, 2026
- Registered agents - reviewed October 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to form an LLC in North Dakota?
$135 to register a domestic LLC.
How much is the North Dakota LLC annual report?
$50.
When is the North Dakota annual report due?
November 15 each year. The first report is due the year after the calendar year of registration.
Can I be my own registered agent in North Dakota?
An individual from the business can serve as the non-commercial agent if they live in North Dakota. The business itself cannot.
What happens if a North Dakota LLC skips its annual report?
It is placed in Not Good Standing and can later be involuntarily terminated.
Official sources reviewed October 1, 2026. This guide covers an ordinary domestic LLC, not a personal legal or tax ruling. Government charges can change.