New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire.

New Hampshire Entity Name Reservation Licenses

New Hampshire Corporate Name Registration

Agency:New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Form 5: Application for Registration of Corporate Name

Agency Fee:

$25

Notes:

Name registrations expire at the end of the calendar year.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Form 7: Application for Renewal of Registered Name

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

All name registrations expire on December 31 of each year.

Notes:

File a renewal between October 1st and December 31st to extend your name registration for another year.

New Hampshire Name Reservation

Agency:New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Form 1: Application for Reservation of Name

Agency Fee:

$15

Notes:

Names are reserved for 120 days.

Amendment of Reserved or Registered Name

Form:

Form 3: Notice of Transfer of Reserved Name

Agency Fee:

$15

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