South Dakota Articles of Organization: File for $150 (2026)
The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed.
The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed. The published expedited-service charge is $50 for completion sooner than the normal course upon request. Confirm applicability and current handling with the SOS; it does not promise a fixed same-day/two-day result or a faster-than-immediate online approval.
- Filing fee (base)
- $150
- Filing fee (online)
- $150 electronic base
- Filing fee (mail)
- $165 paper, including $15 charge
- Processing (online)
- Currently described as immediate
- Processing (mail)
- Currently averages 1–3 business days
- Expedite option
- +$50 if applicable; confirm handling
What the Articles of Organization Do
Accepted Articles create the LLC. Keep the confirmation and company records; bank eligibility and liability protection depend on separate requirements and facts.
The Filing Walkthrough
Create an account with the Secretary of State's online portal
Handles formation now and your annual report every year after.
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Under §47-34A-203, include the name; initial designated office; registered agent; every organizer’s name/address; term if not perpetual; management choice and each initial manager’s name/address if manager-managed; and any member personal-liability election under §303(c). The current form distinguishes a noncommercial agent’s SD street/different mailing address from a commercial agent’s name and CRA number; add office mailing information as directed. Organizers execute the form separately. Beneficial-owner entries on this form are optional.
Enter your details and pay
Under §47-34A-203, include the name; initial designated office; registered agent; every organizer’s name/address; term if not perpetual; management choice and each initial manager’s name/address if manager-managed; and any member personal-liability election under §303(c). The current form distinguishes a noncommercial agent’s SD street/different mailing address from a commercial agent’s name and CRA number; add office mailing information as directed. Organizers execute the form separately. Beneficial-owner entries on this form are optional.
Download your confirmed Articles
The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed.
Every Line of the Articles
LLC name
With "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company," distinguishable on state records — verified in Step 1.
Principal office address
Provide the initial designated-office street address, inside or outside SD as the form allows, plus a different mailing address if applicable.
Registered agent & address
Under §47-34A-203, include the name; initial designated office; registered agent; every organizer’s name/address; term if not perpetual; management choice and each initial manager’s name/address if manager-managed; and any member personal-liability election under §303(c). The current form distinguishes a noncommercial agent’s SD street/different mailing address from a commercial agent’s name and CRA number; add office mailing information as directed. Organizers execute the form separately. Beneficial-owner entries on this form are optional.
Management structure
Select member- or manager-management and list each initial manager’s name and address when manager-managed.
Organizer names
List each organizer’s name and address and complete the required signatures. An organizer need not be an owner. Conditional member-liability provisions require separate attention.
Payment
The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed.
How Fast Do You Need It?
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Compare current normal processing with an eligible requested expedited service; approval is not guaranteed.
The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed. The published expedited-service charge is $50 for completion sooner than the normal course upon request. Confirm applicability and current handling with the SOS; it does not promise a fixed same-day/two-day result or a faster-than-immediate online approval.
After Approval: Your Immediate Next Moves
- Save the accepted formation document and EIN confirmation if applicable; confirm the bank’s actual documentation requirements.
- Document governance in an operating agreement within statutory limits; bank requirements vary and liability protection is not guaranteed.
- Get your free EIN at IRS.gov.
- Note your anniversary month — your first annual report is due the first day of that month next year.
Standard online processing is currently described as immediate. Ask the SOS whether paid expedited handling is relevant to your actual submission before paying; do not promise emergency approval.
- ✓Optional formation assistance; confirm filing scope, service pricing and submission responsibilities.
- ✓Optional formation assistance; confirm filing scope, service pricing and submission responsibilities.
- ✓Confirm registered-agent eligibility, coverage, included periods and renewal charges.
- ✓Review address-use rules and privacy policies; a service does not remove all information from public filings.
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Current form, fees and processing
Under §47-34A-203, include the name; initial designated office; registered agent; every organizer’s name/address; term if not perpetual; management choice and each initial manager’s name/address if manager-managed; and any member personal-liability election under §303(c). The current form distinguishes a noncommercial agent’s SD street/different mailing address from a commercial agent’s name and CRA number; add office mailing information as directed. Organizers execute the form separately. Beneficial-owner entries on this form are optional. The current SOS schedule lists $150 for electronic Articles and $165 for paper Articles (including the $15 paper charge). Confirm any additional charge shown at actual checkout. The SOS currently describes online processing as immediate and paper processing averaging 1–3 business days, subject to filing conditions and delivery; acceptance is not guaranteed. The published expedited-service charge is $50 for completion sooner than the normal course upon request. Confirm applicability and current handling with the SOS; it does not promise a fixed same-day/two-day result or a faster-than-immediate online approval.
South Dakota LLC — FAQ
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