Short answer: Must include a proper designator.
We've pulled these figures from the Oklahoma 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.
Oklahoma naming rules
Must include a proper designator.
Open the official Oklahoma name search
Reserving a name
Oklahoma lets you reserve a name for $10, which holds it for 60 days.
Doing business under another name
Oklahoma DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $25.
How Oklahoma compares
Oklahoma's name reservation fee is $10. That ties for the lowest of the 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, so Oklahoma comes in $15 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Kansas | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| Louisiana | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Texas | $40 | 10 of 50 |
| Arkansas | $22.5 | 31 of 50 |
| New Mexico | Varies | Not confirmed |
Oklahoma fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization (Form 0074) | $104 | $100 base fee plus ~4% processor surcharge for online card payment |
| Name reservation (optional) | $10 | 60 days |
| DBA / assumed name | $25 | state |
Name search and rules: Oklahoma questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Oklahoma?
Use the official Oklahoma Secretary of State business search. A name that's distinguishable from existing records can usually be registered.
What words must an Oklahoma LLC name include?
Must include a proper designator.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Oklahoma?
Yes. Reservation costs $10 and holds the name for 60 days.
Do I need a DBA in Oklahoma?
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.
Still being confirmed with the state: amendment fee.