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How to amend an LLC in North Carolina

To change what a North Carolina LLC's formation document says, such as its name, purpose or management, the LLC files an amendment with the state (North Carolina's fee is $50). As of October 2026.

North Carolina state fee$50per the state's fee schedule
Our filing service$120we prepare and file it
State fee + ours$170card processing is added at checkout
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The 5 steps to amend a North Carolina LLC

Step 3 is the only one the state charges for.

  1. 1

    Check that it needs an amendment

    Where people get stuck

    An amendment changes what the formation document says: the name, the purpose if it was stated, or the management structure. A new registered agent has its own, usually cheaper, filing (change agents in North Carolina), and many address or member updates go on the yearly report. Changing the name? Use the name change steps.

  2. 2

    Approve it the way your operating agreement says

    Keep it in writing

    Put the members' or managers' approval in writing and keep it with the company records.

  3. 3

    File the amendment with the state

    We file this one

    You file it with North Carolina's business filing office; North Carolina's fee is $50 (North Carolina fee schedule). The current form is on North Carolina's official site. We file it for $120 plus the state fee.

  4. 4

    Update the operating agreement

    After the state accepts

    Change the operating agreement to match, so the two documents never disagree when a bank or buyer reads them.

  5. 5

    Tell whoever relies on the old details

    Easy to forget

    Banks, licensing agencies and the state tax agency keep their own records. For a name change, the IRS keeps your EIN and you write to it (IRS Publication 1635).

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to amend an LLC in North Carolina?

North Carolina's fee for the amendment is $50 per the state's fee schedule. If we file it, our fee is $120 on top, and checkout shows the full total before you pay.

Do I need an amendment to change the registered agent in North Carolina?

Usually not. States have a separate statement of change for the agent, and it usually costs less. The link is in step 1.

Does an amendment change my EIN?

No. The LLC keeps its EIN. For a name change you tell the IRS in writing.

Can I file the North Carolina amendment myself?

Yes. File it directly with North Carolina's business filing office; the official link is in step 3.

Is this page legal advice?

No. It explains the filing in general terms. For your situation, talk to a licensed attorney, or book a free call with us.

More North Carolina business guides

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Changing the company

Have us file the North Carolina amendment

$120 plus North Carolina's $50 state fee. Checkout shows the full total before you pay.

Amend my North Carolina LLC

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