If you formed a limited liability company in New York, or registered an out-of-state LLC to do business there, you have one more step to complete after your Articles of Organization are approved: the publication requirement.
Under Section 206 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law, every new LLC must publish a notice about its formation in two newspapers and then file proof with the New York Department of State. It sounds simple, but deadlines, county-specific newspapers, and costs that vary widely across the state make it one of the most confusing steps for new business owners.
Who has to publish?
The requirement applies to:
- Domestic LLCs formed in New York
- Foreign LLCs formed in another state and registered to do business in New York
- Professional LLCs (PLLCs) formed or registered in New York
Corporations, sole proprietorships, and partnerships are not subject to the LLC publication requirement.
The 120-day deadline
You must complete publication and file your Certificate of Publication within 120 days after your Articles of Organization (or Application for Authority, for foreign LLCs) are filed with the Department of State.
Because the notice must run for six consecutive weeks, and newspapers need time to schedule and issue affidavits, it’s best to start as soon as your LLC is approved.
How the publication process works
- 1Find your designated newspapers. The county clerk of the county listed as your LLC’s office location designates two newspapers: one published daily and one published weekly.
- 2Prepare the notice. The notice contains specific information about your LLC (see below).
- 3Publish for six consecutive weeks. The notice must appear once a week, for six weeks in a row, in both newspapers.
- 4Collect the affidavits of publication. After the final run, each newspaper provides a notarized affidavit confirming the notice was published.
- 5File the Certificate of Publication. Submit the Certificate of Publication with both affidavits to the New York Department of State, along with the $50 state filing fee.
What the notice must include
The published notice generally includes:
- The name of the LLC
- The date the Articles of Organization were filed with the Department of State
- The county where the LLC’s office is located
- A statement that the Secretary of State is designated as agent for service of process, and the address where it will mail any process
- The name and address of the registered agent, if one is designated
- The latest date on which the LLC must dissolve, if one is specified
- A statement of the LLC’s business purpose
For foreign LLCs, the notice also includes the jurisdiction and date of formation and the address of the office in the home state.
How much does LLC publication cost in New York?
The biggest variable is newspaper pricing, which is set by the newspapers designated in your county. Costs are lowest in many upstate and rural counties and highest in New York City, where designated papers charge much higher rates.
| Area | Typical all-inclusive cost with Verisly |
|---|---|
| Most upstate counties | $349 |
| Westchester, Nassau, Rockland, Putnam | $499 |
| Suffolk | $649 |
| Richmond (Staten Island) | $749 |
| Queens | $999 |
| Bronx and Kings (Brooklyn) | $1,149 |
| New York (Manhattan) | $1,299 |
These prices cover both newspapers, the affidavits, our service, and the Certificate of Publication filing. Foreign LLCs pay $100 more because their notice is longer. See pricing for all 62 counties.
What happens if you don’t publish?
If you miss the 120-day deadline, your LLC’s authority to carry on, conduct, or transact business is suspended. While suspended, your LLC still exists, and its members still have limited liability, but the company:
- Generally cannot bring a lawsuit in New York courts
- May have trouble getting a Certificate of Good Standing
- Can run into problems with banks, lenders, landlords, and business partners
- Shows a “Past Due” publication status in the state’s public records
The good news is that the suspension can be lifted. Once you complete publication and file the Certificate of Publication, your LLC’s authority is restored. The process is the same as for on-time publication.
Can you choose your own newspapers?
In practice, the newspapers are designated by the county clerk for your county. You can’t simply pick any publication. Using a service that knows each county’s designated newspapers avoids rejected filings and delays.
Do you have to publish again after moving?
Publication is a one-time requirement tied to formation or registration. If you’ve already completed publication, moving your office or changing your designated county doesn’t usually require a second publication.
Get it done with one order
Our sister site LLC Publication Online focuses exclusively on New York LLC publication, and Verisly offers the same all-inclusive service on our NY LLC Publication page. We select the designated newspapers, manage the six weeks of publication, collect the affidavits, and file your Certificate of Publication with the state.
Frequently asked questions
How long does New York LLC publication take?
The notice runs for six consecutive weeks. Including scheduling, affidavits, and the state filing, most orders take about 7–9 weeks from start to finish.
Is publication required for a single-member LLC?
Yes. Every LLC formed or registered in New York must publish, regardless of how many members it has.
Why is publication so expensive in Manhattan?
Newspaper rates are set by each county’s designated papers. New York City newspapers charge significantly higher rates than most upstate papers.
What is the state fee for the Certificate of Publication?
The New York Department of State charges $50 to file the Certificate of Publication. It’s included in Verisly’s all-inclusive pricing.
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal or tax advice. State requirements and fees change; confirm current rules with the state or a qualified professional.