Short answer: File Foreign LLC (Form 972) with the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division for $185, and name a Louisiana registered agent.
We've pulled these figures from the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Registering an out-of-state LLC in Louisiana
File Foreign LLC (Form 972) with the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division ($185). You'll usually need a certificate of good standing from your home state and a Louisiana registered agent.
Physical Louisiana street address required. Agent must sign a notarized affidavit of acceptance on the Initial Report.
How Louisiana compares
Louisiana's foreign LLC registration fee is $185. That's the 17th highest of 47 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $150, so Louisiana runs $35 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $185 | 17 of 47 |
| Arkansas | $300 | 6 of 47 |
| Mississippi | $250 | 9 of 47 |
| Oklahoma | $300 | 6 of 47 |
| Kansas | $115 | 28 of 47 |
| Tennessee | Varies | Not confirmed |
Louisiana fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Report | $35 | annual, On or before the anniversary of the organization date |
| Foreign LLC (Form 972) | $185 | For LLCs formed in another state |
Foreign LLC registration: Louisiana questions
Do I need to register my out-of-state LLC in Louisiana?
If your LLC is "transacting business" in Louisiana (for example, an office, employees or ongoing operations there), you generally must register as a foreign LLC with the Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division.
How much does foreign LLC registration cost in Louisiana?
$185 to file Foreign LLC (Form 972).
Does a foreign LLC need a registered agent in Louisiana?
Yes. Every registered LLC needs an agent with a physical address in Louisiana. Physical Louisiana street address required. Agent must sign a notarized affidavit of acceptance on the Initial Report.
Does a foreign LLC file the Louisiana annual report too?
Generally yes. Registered foreign LLCs usually carry the same Annual Report obligation. Confirm the foreign LLC fee with the state.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.