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New Mexico online filing state
New Mexico now forms an LLC online with the state. This $9.99 packet is a preparation worksheet and supporting file set — not a substitute for the current online filing — plus support and lifetime updates if the packet changes.
Use this packet to gather the information New Mexico asks for, then complete the current online filing on the official site.
New Mexico no longer publishes a paper articles of organization for new formations. File on the official state portal linked below.
The download helps you assemble names, addresses, registered-agent facts, and management choices before you file.
The state filing creates the LLC. Banks, members, and later disputes usually require a separate operating agreement.
This state packet includes 2 documents in print-ready PDF format. Labels describe each file's role, not the internal filename.
Articles vs operating agreement
New Mexico currently accepts new LLC formations online. This page is not selling a current paper substitute for that official portal.
The download is a preparation packet: supporting files and a worksheet so you can gather the facts the state asks for, then file on the official site.
An operating agreement is a different document. It usually is not filed with the state, but banks and members often require one.
Need the internal rulebook too? After you file, most customers also download a member-managed or manager-managed operating agreement for New Mexico.
Researched filing overview
New Mexico forms a domestic LLC with Articles of Organization under NMSA 1978 \u00a7 53-19-8. Since December 9, 2024, the Secretary of State accepts no paper business filings \u2014 all formations go through the online Business Portal. The state fee is $50, paid separately to the SOS.
A registered agent is required (\u00a7 53-19-5), and the agent must sign a written acceptance of appointment (\u00a7 53-19-9(A)(2)) \u2014 the official acceptance form is included in this packet. New Mexico has no annual report or recurring state filing fee for LLCs, making it one of the lowest-maintenance states for ongoing compliance.
What happens before, during, and after the state filing. This product is the public formation document, not a filing service.
Choose a distinguishable New Mexico name with an LLC designator under NMSA 1978 § 53-19-4 and a registered agent under § 53-19-5 — an individual New Mexico resident or an authorized entity with a New Mexico place of business. The agent must sign a written acceptance of appointment (§ 53-19-9(A)(2)); the official acceptance form is included in this packet.
New Mexico forms LLCs online only: file Articles of Organization through the Secretary of State's Business Portal under NMSA 1978 § 53-19-8. The $50 state fee is paid separately. Since December 9, 2024, the state no longer accepts any paper business filings — the historic NMPRC paper form is retired. A professional LLC uses the same online workflow. This product does not file for you.
New Mexico has no annual report or recurring state filing fee for LLCs. Maintain your registered agent and office continuously — a 30-day lapse can trigger administrative revocation under § 53-19-66.1. Adopt a written operating agreement. An EIN is separate.
This section is the packet’s formation guide for New Mexico, including any checklist and statute text stored with the product. It is meant to be read on the page, not trapped in a preview window.
Quick answer
The Articles of Organization has historically been the key document required to form an LLC in New Mexico.
The Articles of Organization has historically been the key document required to form an LLC in New Mexico. It includes essential details such as the proposed company’s name, the registered agent for service of process, and the principal business address. Our form was fully compliant with New Mexico law prior to December 9, 2024, and still provides step-by-step guidance on the information you need to establish an LLC.
Important Update: Since December 9, 2024, the New Mexico Secretary of State no longer accepts paper filings for LLC formation. All filings must be completed online through the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Business Services Portal. As a result, this downloadable form now serves as a reference-only resource for those looking to review the traditional LLC formation requirements.
Important Notice & FAQ This packet includes the official New Mexico registered-agent acceptance form — a required companion to the online Articles of Organization filing.
Q: Can I still use this form to officially create an LLC in New Mexico? A: No. As of December 9, 2024, the state requires all filings to be completed online at https://enterprise.sos.nm.gov/. File online through the Business Portal.
Q: Why do you still offer this form if it’s no longer accepted? A: The registered-agent acceptance is a document you will need alongside the online filing.
✔ Cost-Effective Business Formation and Maintenance. New Mexico offers one of the most affordable environments for LLC formation, with a low filing fee and no annual reports or fees required, minimizing ongoing administrative expenses.
✔ Enhanced Privacy Options. New Mexico allows the formation of LLCs without public disclosure of members' names if filed anonymously. This feature is ideal for owners seeking to maintain privacy.
✔ Liability Protection. LLCs in New Mexico provide significant liability protection, separating personal assets from business debts and liabilities, which shields members from personal financial risk due to business operations.
✔ Flexible Tax Management. As a "pass-through" entity, an LLC in New Mexico allows profits and losses to be passed directly to members' personal tax returns, avoiding the double taxation often associated with corporations.
✔ Professional Image. Operating as an LLC signals professionalism and credibility to customers, suppliers, and investors, enhancing your business's reputation in the marketplace.
New Mexico no longer accepts paper filings for the Articles of Organization. All filings must now be completed online through the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Business Services portal. You will need to create an account and log in before proceeding. Expedited processing options may still be available through the online portal for an extra fee.
When naming your LLC in New Mexico, the name must include the phrase "limited liability company" or "limited company", or one of the abbreviations "L. L. C.", "LLC", "L. C.", or "LC". Additionally, "limited" can be abbreviated as "Ltd.", and "company" can be abbreviated as "Co.". The selected name must be distinguishable from the names of other entities already registered in New Mexico. You can verify the availability of your proposed LLC name through the New Mexico Secretary of State’s online business search tool.
The standard state filing fee for the Articles of Organization in New Mexico is $50, payable online through the Secretary of State’s portal. Optional expedited services may still be available for an additional fee (e.g., $20 for same-day processing or $100 for two-hour processing), but these must also be completed online.
The statutory authority for an LLC within the state is Chapter 53, Article 19 NMSA 1978, which may be cited as the "Limited Liability Company Act".
The statutory requirements for a valid articles of organization filing are set forth in Section 53-19-8 NMSA. The text of the statute reads as follows:
53-19-8. Articles of organization. The articles of organization shall set forth:
A. a name for the limited liability company that satisfies the requirements of Section 53-19-3 NMSA 1978; B. the street address of the initial registered office and the name of the initial registered agent at that address and the street address of the limited liability company's current principal place of business, if different from the address of its registered office; C. the period of duration, if other than perpetual; D. if management of the limited liability company is vested to any extent in a manager, a statement to that effect; E. if the limited liability company may carry on its business and affairs as a single member limited liability company, a statement to that effect; and F. any other provision that the persons signing the articles choose to include in the articles, including provisions for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company.
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No. The articles of organization is the public filing that creates the LLC. An operating agreement is a separate internal contract that sets ownership, voting, profit splits, and management. Most customers need both.
No current paper articles of organization is published for new New Mexico formations. New Mexico accepts this filing online. This packet is a preparation and support set, not the online portal itself.
When the state publishes a free official form, that blank is still free on the government site. This product packages the current form we carry, any companion files listed on this page, email support, and lifetime updates if we replace the packet. It is not a filing service and it does not pay the state’s filing fee.
This packet currently includes 2 documents in print-ready PDF format. The list on this page is the customer-facing inventory.
New Mexico generally does not file the operating agreement with these articles, but banks, lenders, and multi-member LLCs almost always want one. Choose member-managed if every owner will run the company, or manager-managed if appointed managers will run it.
No. ILRG provides self-help forms and information. You complete the documents and file them with the state, or use the official online portal where that is required. Consult a licensed attorney for tax elections, professional-license entities, or unusual ownership structures.
No. Since December 9, 2024, the Secretary of State accepts no paper business filings. All Articles of Organization are filed online through the Business Portal at enterprise.sos.nm.gov.
No. New Mexico has no annual report or recurring state filing fee for LLCs. The only ongoing obligation is maintaining a registered agent and office \u2014 a 30-day lapse can trigger administrative revocation under \u00a7 53-19-66.1.
New Mexico requires the registered agent to sign a written Statement of Acceptance of Appointment (NMSA 1978 \u00a7 53-19-9(A)(2)). This packet includes the official acceptance form as a companion to the online filing.