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Whether you are considering a new business venture or simply bringing an established business to North Dakota, this section will guide you through the steps of registering with the Office of the Secretary of State. Most business registrations and maintenance are done through the FirstStop Portal.

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Start Doing Business

Maintain a Registration

Filings needed to maintain your business.

Explore Filing Requirements

Business Structures

What type of business should you form?

Learn about Business Types

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