Vermont business search
Vermont's official business search is Business Search, run by the Vermont Secretary of State. It's free, and you can search by name, file number, officer or agent.
Search Vermont recordsHow to check if a name is taken in Vermont
- Type the main words of the name into the search. Leave off endings like LLC or Inc.
- Look for exact matches and close ones. States usually refuse a name that only differs by punctuation, spacing or the ending.
- If nothing close comes up, run a free trademark search. A state accepting your name doesn't give you the right to use it as a brand.
LLC name endings in Vermont
An LLC's name has to end with one of these: LLC, L.L.C., LC, L.C., Limited Liability Co., Limited Liability Company.
Once the name is clear
Vermont charges $155 to form an LLC and $155 to form a corporation. See how to start an LLC in Vermont, or a Vermont DBA if you only need a trade name.
Vermont business search questions
Is the Vermont business search free?
Yes. The Vermont Secretary of State doesn't charge to search its records.
Does searching reserve a name in Vermont?
No. A search only shows what's on record today. The name is yours once your filing is accepted, and most states also let you pay to hold a name for a set time.
Can I see who owns a Vermont LLC?
The record shows what Vermont requires a company to file, which is often its registered agent and sometimes its managers or members. Many states don't list owners at all.