Short answer: Must contain Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C.
We've pulled these figures from the Kansas 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.
Kansas naming rules
Must contain Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C.
Open the official Kansas name search
Reserving a name
Kansas lets you reserve a name for $30, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Kansas DBAs are filed with: none. Fee: N/A.
How Kansas compares
Kansas's name reservation fee is $30. That's the 13th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, so Kansas runs $5 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| Arkansas | $22.5 | 31 of 50 |
| Nebraska | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| New Mexico | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Oklahoma | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Colorado | $25 | 18 of 50 |
Kansas fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $85 | $85 online. Paper filings cost $90 due to a $5 technology surcharge. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $30 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $30 | |
| DBA / assumed name | N/A | none |
Name search and rules: Kansas questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Kansas?
Use the official Kansas Secretary of State business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must a Kansas LLC name include?
Must contain Limited Liability Company, LLC, or L.L.C.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Kansas?
Yes. Reservation costs $30 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Kansas?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: none. Fee: N/A.
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.