Managed Doing Business As (DBA) Services

We handle your DBA project from conception through maintenance. We navigate registration requirements across state lines, check name availability, prepare and file DBA registrations, track renewals, and prepare and file renewals.

  • Access to a compliance specialist who consults with you on your project
  • Complete document preparation, filing, and follow-up with government agencies through approval
  • Full transparency of your project status and renewal tracking via the new DBA List feature in our software
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Missouri DBA / Fictitious Name / Trade Name Registrations

Registration requirements for Missouri business entities

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.

Missouri Fictitious Name Registrations

Missouri Fictitious Name Registration

Is registration mandatory?

Filing a fictitious name registration is required for any person or entity intending to conduct business under an assumed name.

County Level Filing:

Filing is not required at the county level.

Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?

Registration of a fictitious name does not confer ownership rights. More than one company can use the same fictitious name.

Agency:Missouri Secretary of State - Corporations Division
Law:

MO RS § 417.200

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration
Fictitious Name

Form:

Creation, Renewal, Correction, and Amendment of Fictitious Name

Filing Method:

Mail, in-person, or online.

Agency Fee:

$7

Is registration mandatory?:

Filing a fictitious name registration is required for any person or entity intending to conduct business under an assumed name.

Law:

MO RS § 417.200

County Level Filing:

Filing is not required at the county level.

Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?:

Registration of a fictitious name does not confer ownership rights. More than one company can use the same fictitious name.

Notes:
  • Publication of registration is not required in Missouri.

Registration Renewal
Fictitious Name Renewal

Form:

Creation, Renewal, Correction, and Amendment of Fictitious Name

Filing Method:

Mail, in-person, or online.

Agency Fee:

$7

Due:

Due by the date of registration every 5 years.