Step-by-step foreign qualification requirements, fees, and filing instructions for Alaska LLCs expanding into Florida.
Before filing, verify that your LLC name (or a distinguishable variation) is available in Florida. If your exact name is already taken, you may need to register under a fictitious or assumed name.
Search Florida business names ↗Florida requires a Certificate of Compliance from Alaska to prove your LLC is in good standing. The fee is $10. No expiration printed; third parties typically require dating within 30-90 days.
Submit your application along with the Certificate of Compliance and the $125 filing fee. Processing time is 4 business days online, same-day in person. Online filing is available.
Florida filing portal ↗You must designate a registered agent with a physical address in Florida to accept legal documents on behalf of your LLC. This is required as part of the foreign qualification application.
Florida's Revised Limited Liability Company Act, codified at Chapter 605, lists activities at Section 605.0905 ('Activities not constituting transacting business'). Section 605.0902 is the corresponding registration requirement (which 605.0905 cross-references). IMPORTANT QUIRK: subsection (3) carves IN ownership of income-producing real or tangible personal property as transacting business, similar to HI, MN, ND, OK, SC, WV. The previous citation to Section 605.0901 was incorrect (605.0901 is 'Governing law,' not safe harbors).
A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.
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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify all fees and requirements with the Florida Secretary of State before filing.