Short answer: Must include standard designators and be distinguishable on the record.
We've pulled these figures from the Mississippi Secretary of State'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.
Mississippi naming rules
Must include standard designators and be distinguishable on the record.
Open the official Mississippi name search
Reserving a name
Mississippi lets you reserve a name for $25, which holds it for 180 days.
Doing business under another name
Mississippi DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
How Mississippi compares
Mississippi's name reservation fee is $25. That's the 18th highest of 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, right where Mississippi sits.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Alabama | $28 | 17 of 50 |
| Louisiana | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Tennessee | $20 | 33 of 50 |
| Arkansas | $22.5 | 31 of 50 |
| North Carolina | $10 | 41 of 50 |
Mississippi fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation | $53 | $50 statutory fee plus mandatory $3 transaction fee. |
| Name reservation (optional) | $25 | 180 days |
| Amendment | $50 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
Name search and rules: Mississippi questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Mississippi?
Use the official Mississippi Secretary of State business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must a Mississippi LLC name include?
Must include standard designators and be distinguishable on the record.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Mississippi?
Yes. Reservation costs $25 and holds the name for 180 days.
Do I need a DBA in Mississippi?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
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.