South Dakota Registered Agent

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Do You Need a South Dakota Registered Agent?

URS Agents provides professional registered agent service for businesses of all sizes in South Dakota. We maintain a physical address to receive Service of Process and official state correspondence on behalf of your company, then promptly forward it to you.

South Dakota requires every business to appoint a registered agent to receive legal notices and government communications. This includes Service of Process, annual report notices, and tax correspondence. Choosing a reliable registered agent helps ensure you stay compliant and never miss an important document.

Why Businesses Choose URS

  • Fast setup with no unnecessary delays
  • Real people who answer the phone
  • Reliable handling of service of process and notices
  • Nationwide support as your business grows

How to Change Your South Dakota Registered Agent?

If you are already registered in South Dakota and would like to change the registered agent you have on file, we can help with that as well. We will perform a free status check on your entity, take care of the filing with the Secretary of State, and cover the South Dakota state filing fee when you switch your registered agent to our service.

Contact us today at 800-567-4397 to get started or to discuss any questions. You may also select Start Your Order or Get a Free Quote.


South Dakota Business Filing Information

Looking for South Dakota filing details? Expand below if needed.

South Dakota has become a popular state for incorporation. In addition to a minimal number of ongoing filing requirements, South Dakota has no corporate income tax. If you choose to incorporate here, you will need to file Articles of Incorporation. A name reservation is not required, however you may reserve your corporate name for up to 120 days for a $25 fee. The corporate name must include one of the following words or an abbreviation of the word: "Corporation," "Incorporated," "Company," or "Limited." You must designate a Registered Agent or Commercial Registered Agent who has a physical address in South Dakota. URS Agents, LLC is a Commercial Registered Agent in South Dakota.

Submit one original and one copy of the Articles of Incorporation to the Secretary of State either by mail or in person. Filing fee is $150. Filings are generally processed the same day or next in the order in which they were received. Expedited filing available is available for an additional $50.

In order to transact business in South Dakota as a Foreign Corporation, you must file the Application for Certificate of Authority, Foreign Business Corporation. You do not need to reserve your corporate name, however you may do so for up to 120 days for a $25 fee. The corporate name must include one of the following words or an abbreviation of the word: "Corporation," "Incorporated," "Company," or "Limited." You must designate a Registered Agent or Commercial Registered Agent who has a physical address in South Dakota. URS Agents, LLC is a Commercial Registered Agent in South Dakota.

Submit one original and one copy of the Application for Certificate of Authority to the Secretary of State either by mail or in person. You must also include a Certificate of Existence from your state of incorporation dated within 90 days of your application date. This is also sometimes referred to as a Certificate of Good Standing. Filing fee is $750. Filings are generally processed the same day or next in the order in which they were received. Expedited filing is available for an additional $50.

If you choose to organize your LLC in South Dakota you will need to file Articles of Organization, Domestic Limited Liability Company. You do not need to reserve your company name, however you may do so for up to 120 days for a $25 fee. The company name must contain one of the following: "Limited Liability Company," "Limited Company," or one of the following abbreviations: "L.L.C.," "LLC," "L.C.," or "LC." Limited may also be abbreviated as "Ltd." and "Co." may be used as the abbreviation for Company." You must designate a Registered Agent or Commercial Registered Agent who has a physical address in South Dakota. URS Agents, LLC is a Commercial Registered Agent in South Dakota.

Submit one original and one photocopy of the Articles of Organization to the Secretary of State either by mail or in person. Filing fee is $150. Filings are generally processed the same day or next in the order in which they were received. Expedited filing is available for an additional $50.

If you choose to organize your LLC in South Dakota you will need to file Articles of Organization, Domestic Limited Liability Company. You do not need to reserve your company name, however you may do so for up to 120 days for a $25 fee. The company name must contain one of the following: "Limited Liability Company," "Limited Company," or one of the following abbreviations: "L.L.C.," "LLC," "L.C.," or "LC." Limited may also be abbreviated as "Ltd." and "Co." may be used as the abbreviation for Company." You must designate a Registered Agent or Commercial Registered Agent who has a physical address in South Dakota. URS Agents, LLC is a Commercial Registered Agent in South Dakota.

Submit one original and one photocopy of the Articles of Organization to the Secretary of State either by mail or in person. Filing fee is $150. Filings are generally processed the same day or next in the order in which they were received. Expedited filing is available for an additional $50.


Contact URS Agents and Get Started

Call us today at 800-567-4397 with any questions related to setting up service in South Dakota or any other state. Our knowledgeable representatives are happy to assist you. You can also select Start Your Order or Get a Free Quote to get started.

 

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