Short answer: Must include LLC, L.L.C., or Limited Liability Company.
We've pulled these figures from the Oregon Secretary of State, Corporation 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.
Oregon naming rules
Must include LLC, L.L.C., or Limited Liability Company.
Reserving a name
Oregon lets you reserve a name for $100, which holds it for 120 days.
Doing business under another name
Oregon DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $50.
How Oregon compares
Oregon's name reservation fee is $100. That's the highest of the 50 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $25, so Oregon runs $75 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $100 | 1 of 50 |
| California | $10 | 41 of 50 |
| Nevada | $25 | 18 of 50 |
| Washington | $30 | 13 of 50 |
| Idaho | $20 | 33 of 50 |
| Utah | $22 | 32 of 50 |
Oregon fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $100 | Nonrefundable, applies to both online and paper |
| Name reservation (optional) | $100 | 120 days |
| Amendment | $100 | |
| Articles of Amendment/Dissolution | $100 | |
| DBA / assumed name | $50 | state |
Name search and rules: Oregon questions
How do I check if an LLC name is available in Oregon?
Search the Oregon Secretary of State, Corporation Division business records before you file.
What words must an Oregon LLC name include?
Must include LLC, L.L.C., or Limited Liability Company.
Can I reserve an LLC name in Oregon?
Yes. Reservation costs $100 and holds the name for 120 days.
Do I need a DBA in Oregon?
Only if you'll do business under a name other than your exact LLC name. DBAs are filed with: state. Fee: $50.
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.