Short answer: Must include Limited Liability Company or an abbreviation like L.L.C.
We've pulled these figures from the Delaware Division of Corporations'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.
Delaware naming rules
Must include Limited Liability Company or an abbreviation like L.L.C.
Open the official Delaware name search
Reserving a name
Delaware lets you reserve a name for $75, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Delaware DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
How Delaware compares
Delaware's name reservation fee is $75. That's the 2nd highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, so Delaware runs $50 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $75 | 2 of 50 |
| Connecticut | $60 | 4 of 50 |
| Maryland | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| District of Columbia | $50 | 7 of 50 |
| New Jersey | $50 | 7 of 50 |
| Rhode Island | $50 | 7 of 50 |
Delaware fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation | $110 | Includes state filing fee and mandatory municipality fee. Applies equally to online and mailed submissions. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $75 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $200 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
Name search and rules: Delaware questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Delaware?
Use the official Delaware Division of Corporations business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must a Delaware LLC name include?
Must include Limited Liability Company or an abbreviation like L.L.C.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Delaware?
Yes. Reservation costs $75 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Delaware?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
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.
Still being confirmed with the state: foreign.fee.