Registering a DBA (Assumed Name) in Georgia
Where and how to file a DBA, trade name or assumed name in Georgia, and the fee.
Short answer: A name reservation is optional. It costs $25 online or $35 on paper (nonrefundable), and an approved name is reserved for 30 days; after that you must reapply and pay again. Georgia.gov, Reserve a Business Name with Georgia Secretary of State
| Name rules and reservation | A name reservation is optional. It costs $25 online or $35 on paper (nonrefundable), and an approved name is reserved for 30 days; after that you must reapply and pay again. Online reservations take about 7 business days and paper requests about 15 business days unless expedited. |
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FAQ
What are the LLC name requirements in Georgia?
A name reservation is optional. It costs $25 online or $35 on paper (nonrefundable), and an approved name is reserved for 30 days; after that you must reapply and pay again. Online reservations take about 7 business days and paper requests about 15 business days unless expedited.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.