Short answer: File Application for Certificate of Authority with the Arkansas Secretary of State for $300, and name a Arkansas registered agent.
We've pulled these figures from the Arkansas Secretary of State's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Registering an out-of-state LLC in Arkansas
File Application for Certificate of Authority with the Arkansas Secretary of State ($300). You'll usually need a certificate of good standing from your home state and a Arkansas registered agent.
Physical Arkansas address required.
How Arkansas compares
Arkansas's foreign LLC registration fee is $300. That's the 6th highest of 47 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $150, so Arkansas runs $150 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $300 | 6 of 47 |
| Kansas | $115 | 28 of 47 |
| Louisiana | $185 | 17 of 47 |
| Missouri | $105 | 31 of 47 |
| Tennessee | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Kentucky | $90 | 42 of 47 |
Arkansas fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual LLC Franchise Tax Report | $150 | annual, On or before May 1st |
| Application for Certificate of Authority | $300 | For LLCs formed in another state |
Foreign LLC registration: Arkansas questions
Do I need to register my out-of-state LLC in Arkansas?
If your LLC is "transacting business" in Arkansas (for example, an office, employees or ongoing operations there), you generally must register as a foreign LLC with the Arkansas Secretary of State.
How much does foreign LLC registration cost in Arkansas?
$300 to file Application for Certificate of Authority.
Does a foreign LLC need a registered agent in Arkansas?
Yes. Every registered LLC needs an agent with a physical address in Arkansas. Physical Arkansas address required.
Does a foreign LLC file the Arkansas annual report too?
Generally yes. Registered foreign LLCs usually carry the same Annual LLC Franchise Tax Report obligation. Confirm the foreign LLC fee with the state.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.