Maryland DBA / Fictitious Name / Trade Name Registrations
Business entities that plan to use a name other than their legal business name may need to register an assumed name. Assumed name registration can take place at the state, local, or state and local levels of government. State specific registration information is available below.
Maryland General Business Licenses
Maryland Trade Name Registration
Initial Registration
Trade Name
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $25 plus a $3 credit card fee if applying online. |
| Is registration mandatory?: | Trade name registration is optional. |
| County Level Filing: | Filing is not required at the county level. |
| Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?: | Registration of a trade name does not confer ownership rights. |
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Registration Renewal
Trade Name Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $25 plus a $3 credit card fee if renewing online. |
| Due: | By the date of registration every 5 years. |
| Law: | MD Corp and Assn Code § 1-406 |
