New York 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 York.
New York Entity Name Reservation Licenses
New York Name Reservation
Agency: | New York Department of State - Division of Corporations, State Records and Uniform Commercial Code |
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $10 for nonprofit corporations, $20 for other entities. |
Notes: | Names are reserved for 60 days. |
Registration Renewal
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $10 for nonprofit corporations, $20 for other entities. |
Due: | Reserved names expire after 60 days. |
Notes: | Name reservations can be renewed for up to 2 additional 60 day periods. |
Cancellation of Reserved or Registered Name
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $10 for nonprofit corporations, $20 for other entities. |