Step-by-step foreign qualification requirements, fees, and filing instructions for Nevada LLCs expanding into Utah.
Before filing, verify that your LLC name (or a distinguishable variation) is available in Utah. If your exact name is already taken, you may need to register under a fictitious or assumed name.
Check the Utah Secretary of State website for name availability search.
Utah requires a Certificate of Existence (Good Standing) from Nevada to prove your LLC is in good standing. The fee is $50. No state-imposed expiration; third parties typically require certificate dated within 30-60 days.
Submit your application along with the Certificate of Existence (Good Standing) and the $70 filing fee. Processing time is 3-5 business days. Expedited processing available for $75.
Utah filing portal ↗You must designate a registered agent with a physical address in Utah to accept legal documents on behalf of your LLC. This is required as part of the foreign qualification application.
Utah's Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, codified at Title 48 Chapter 3a, lists activities that do not constitute transacting business at Section 48-3a-905.
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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 Utah Secretary of State before filing.