Foreign LLC Registration in Nebraska — Out-of-State LLC
If your LLC was formed in another state but you conduct business in Nebraska, register as a foreign LLC with the Nebraska Secretary of State. The fee is $110 filed online ($120 in-office). Operating without registration violates Nebraska law and restricts your ability to use Nebraska courts. For domestic formation, see our LLC guide. For all types, see LLC types.
When Registration Is Required
You must register if your out-of-state LLC:
- Has employees or an office in Nebraska
- Regularly conducts business in Nebraska
- Owns real property in Nebraska
- Performs services in Nebraska on a regular basis
How to Register
File an Application for Certificate of Authority at sos.nebraska.gov:
- Fee: $110 online / $120 in-office
- Provide: LLC name, home state, formation date, principal office, Nebraska registered agent
- Attach: Certificate of Good Standing from home state
- Processing: 2-3 business days (online)
Ongoing Requirements
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Get StartedOnce registered:
- Biennial Report ($25 online / $30 paper, same schedule as domestic LLCs — April 1, odd years)
- Nebraska registered agent required (physical Nebraska address)
- Nebraska income tax on Nebraska-sourced income
- Nebraska sales tax if selling taxable goods to Nebraska customers
Cost Comparison
| Domestic NE LLC | Foreign LLC in NE | |
|---|---|---|
| Formation/Registration | $100 online / $110 in-office | $110 online / $120 in-office |
| Biennial Report (NE) | $25/2 years (online) | $25/2 years (online) |
| Home state fees | N/A | Also owed to home state |
| Total annual cost | ~$12.50/year | ~$12.50 + home state fees |
If you're primarily Nebraska-based, a domestic LLC is simpler and cheaper than maintaining two state registrations.
FAQ
Do I still owe home state fees?
Yes. A foreign LLC registered in Nebraska pays compliance fees to BOTH Nebraska and its home state.
What if my LLC name is taken in Nebraska?
You'll need to register under an alternate name in Nebraska while maintaining your legal name in your home state.
We also sell this as a finished job. Our team builds the Nebraska certificate of authority application, files it, and bills $199 over and above the state's own registration cost, with a year of Nebraska agent service folded in.