Louisiana Foreign LLC
To register as a foreign LLC in Louisiana you need to submit an Application for Authority to Transact Business in Louisiana to the Louisiana Secretary of State. Don’t want to have to figure it all out on your own? You don’t have to! You can follow our Registration Guide below, or hire us to register your foreign LLC in Louisiana for you.
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| State Fee (plus credit card processing fee): | $155 |
| One Year of Registered Agent Service: | $49 |
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| TOTAL: | $304 |
Louisiana Foreign LLC: FAQs
What is a Louisiana Foreign LLC?
Contrary to the way it sounds, a foreign limited liability company is NOT one that’s formed outside the U.S.—it’s simply an LLC formed outside the state of Louisiana.
Why would I need to register a foreign LLC?
You would only need to register as a foreign LLC if you formed an LLC outside the state of Louisiana and plan to do business here. In that case, the state will require you to register your business in LA as a foreign LLC.
What does “transact business” mean in Louisiana?
“Transact business” is a legal term that is loosely defined (see: LA Rev Stat § 12:1343). In general, it pertains to any ongoing business transactions that involve the sale or manufacture of goods, or business operations. (Not sure whether this applies to your business? You might want to reach out to a business lawyer or accountant in Louisiana to be sure.)
How do I register as a foreign LLC in Louisiana?
The easiest way is to hire us—we’ll take care of everything for you! But if you want to complete the registration yourself, just follow our registration guide below.
Louisiana Foreign LLC Registration Guide
To register your LLC in Louisiana yourself, you’ll have to submit paperwork to the Louisiana Secretary of State—but you’ll also need to make sure all your ducks are in a row before you start filling out your papers. Here are 3 key steps you’ll need to take:
1. Obtain a Certificate of Good Standing
You can get a certificate of good standing from the same office you submitted your LLC’s formation documents to in your home state. (In most cases, this is the secretary of state’s office.) The cost of a certificate of good standing is different in each state, but it usually ranges somewhere between $0 to $50.
What is a certificate of good standing?
A certificate of good standing is a document authorized by a state official that shows your company is fit to do business. This means your state taxes, fees, and filings are all settled.
What if my home state doesn’t issue a certificate of good standing?
If you can’t find an option to order a certificate of good standing in your home state, it may be that you state calls this document something else. Some common alternative names include:
- certificate of existence
- certificate of authorization
- certificate of status
Whatever name your state uses, you will be able to get authorized documentation of your LLC’s business status in your home state.
2. Get a Louisiana Registered Agent
All businesses that are registered to do business in the state of Louisiana are required to have a registered agent here. This person or entity must be physically present in the state and available to receive important mail on behalf of your LLC during regular business hours. The easiest way to secure fast and reliable registered agent service is to go with a company that specializes in it, like us! At just $49 a year, we’re also the best bargain for your buck in LA!
3. Register with the SOS
The final step for registering your out-of-state LLC in Louisiana is to file an Application for Authority to Transact Business in Louisiana ($150). This must be submitted to the office of the secretary of state. Here’s what to include:
- Indication of whether your company is a nonprofit, or for-profit business
- Name of your LLC
- Any previous name(s) of your LLC
- Date of organization, and duration (note: this is only if your LLC will be doing business in LA for a limited time)
- Principal office address in home state
- Principal office address in LA
- Registered office address in LA
- Registered agent’s name and address in LA
- Nature of the business you plan to conduct in LA
- Names, addresses and signatures from your members and/or managers
- Signature from your registered agent
Note that if you file your documents via paper, all signatures must be notarized.
How do I submit my foreign LLC application in Louisiana?
You can submit your application for authorization in one of four ways:
Online: geauxBIZ
Via Fax: (225) 932-5314
By Mail:
Louisiana Secretary of State
Commercial Division
P. O. Box 94125
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125
In person:
Louisiana Secretary of State
Commercial Division8585 Archives Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
What is geauxBIZ?
GeauxBIZ is Louisiana’s online filing system. It’s used for business filings for the Louisiana Secretary of State, as well as filings for the department of revenue and state workforce commission.
Can I expedite my foreign LLC filing in Louisiana?
Yes, you can. There are three filing methods you can choose from:
- Routine: FREE
- Expedite: $30 (24-hour processing)
- Priority Expedite: $50 (2-4 hour processing)
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We’ll do everything it takes to register your company as a foreign LLC in Louisiana, including getting a certificate of good standing from your home state. All for just $149, plus state fees.