Kentucky Entity Name Reservation
Name reservation protects the preferred name of your entity while you prepare to file formation documents with the state. Depending on entity type, reservations may be eligible for renewal if more time is needed. See the table below for more information on filing a name reservation in Kentucky.
Kentucky Entity Name Reservation Licenses
Kentucky Entity Name Registration
Agency: | Kentucky Secretary of State |
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $36 |
Notes: | Names are registered for one calendar year. |
Registration Renewal
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $36 |
Due: | Registered names expire at the close of the calendar year in which the application was filed. |
Notes: | File a renewal between October 1st and December 31st to extend your name registration for another year. |
Kentucky Name Reservation
Agency: | Kentucky Secretary of State |
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $15 |
Notes: | Names are reserved for 120 days. |
Registration Renewal
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $15 |
Due: | Reserved names expire after 120 days. |
Notes: | Name reservations can be renewed for additional 120 day periods. |
Amendment of Reserved or Registered Name
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $15 |
Cancellation of Reserved or Registered Name
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $10 |