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New Hampshire Foreign LLC Registration

Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in New Hampshire.

Foreign Qualification

Filing fee: $100
Form: Application for Certificate of Authority
Annual obligation: $100/year
Processing time: 5-10 business days
Expedite: $25
Estimated year 1 cost: $200

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New Hampshire data verified Apr 18, 2026 · sos.nh.gov

Formation in New Hampshire

Formation fee: $100
Annual cost: $100/year
State income tax: No state income tax on wages (interest/dividends tax repealed 2025)
Privacy: Moderate

What triggers foreign qualification in New Hampshire?

Physical office or place of business
Employees working in the state

Sources

https://www.sos.nh.gov/corporations-0

Need a registered agent in New Hampshire?

A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.

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Recommended · $125/year · Privacy included

Other options

Registered Agents Inc

$200/year · Includes annual report filing

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Harbor Compliance

$99/year · Full-service compliance option

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Need to change your registered agent?

See the form, fee, and step-by-step process for changing your registered agent in New Hampshire.

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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the New Hampshire Secretary of State before filing.