Can You File a DBA Online? Overview of Registering a DBA in Texas:

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In Texas, registering a DBA or Fictitious name (Assumed Name Certificate) involves a filing fee that varies from county to county. The average cost for a DBA for a sole proprietor is around $15 and additional fees may apply for partnerships, corporations, and LLCs.

Benefits of Registering a DBA:

  • Establishes branding for your business.
  • Allows you to conduct business under a name different from your registered business entity.

Steps to File a DBA in Texas:

For Sole Proprietors & Partnerships:

  1. Search Registered Names.
  2. Verify name availability.
  3. File the DBA registration in the county where your business will be located.

Filing a DBA in Texas:

  • Cost: Registering a DBA in Texas typically costs around $25, with additional fees for extra owners.
  • Process: Can be done online through the state’s online business services portal.

Additional Information:

  • Corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs must register a Texas DBA name with the Secretary of State.
  • Forms such as Form 503, the Assumed name Certificate, are required for corporations and LLCs.

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