Short answer: Must include a designator like LLC.
We've pulled these figures from the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division'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.
Louisiana naming rules
Must include a designator like LLC.
Reserving a name
Louisiana lets you reserve a name for $25, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Louisiana DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $95.
How Louisiana compares
Louisiana's name reservation fee is $25. That's the 18th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, right where Louisiana sits.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Arkansas | $22.5 | 31 of 50 |
| Mississippi | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Oklahoma | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Kansas | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| Tennessee | $20 | 33 of 50 |
Louisiana fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form 365) alongside an Initial Report | $130 | $125 state fee plus $5 statutory convenience fee for credit card online (effective Oct 1, 2026) |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $125 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $95 | state |
Name search and rules: Louisiana questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Louisiana?
Search the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division business records before you file.
What words must a Louisiana LLC name include?
Must include a designator like LLC.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Louisiana?
Yes. Reservation costs $25 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Louisiana?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $95.
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.