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How to amend an LLC in South Dakota

To change what a South Dakota LLC's formation document says, such as its name, purpose or management, the LLC files an amendment with the state (South Dakota's fee is $60). As of October 2026.

South Dakota state fee$60per the state's fee schedule
Our filing service$120we prepare and file it
State fee + ours$180card processing is added at checkout
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The 5 steps to amend a South Dakota 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 South Dakota), 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 South Dakota's business filing office; South Dakota's fee is $60 (South Dakota fee schedule). The current form is on South Dakota'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 South Dakota?

South Dakota's fee for the amendment is $60 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 South Dakota?

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 South Dakota amendment myself?

Yes. File it directly with South Dakota'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.

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Changing the company

Have us file the South Dakota amendment

$120 plus South Dakota's $60 state fee. Checkout shows the full total before you pay.

Amend my South Dakota LLC

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