FormsPal's PDF editor lets you fill out the form directly in your browser, with no additional software needed. Follow these steps to complete and save your document.
What You Need Before Starting
Have the following details ready before opening the form:
- The trade name or doing business as name you want to register
- The legal name and home address of each owner or partner
- The principal business address and county of operation
- A brief description of your type of business
- Contact details for a notary public to certify your signature
Step-by-Step Completion Guide
Step 1: Click the orange "Get Form Now" button on this page to launch the PDF editor in your browser.
Step 2: Use the editing toolbar to fill in each required field on the form.
Complete the owner name and address, business address, assumed trade name, and each owner's signature. The notary section at the bottom must be completed in front of a licensed notary public before you file the document with your county clerk.
Step 3: Click the "Done" button when all fields are complete. Your document is now ready to download or share.
Step 4: Save a printed or digital copy for your records. Your information is never shared or sold.
Where to File After Completion
Once your form is complete and notarized, submit it to the county clerk's office in each county where your business operates. In Texas, some entities must also file with the Texas Secretary of State. Typical filing fees range from $15 to $25 per county, and you will receive a stamped copy as confirmation of registration.
To complete your business registration, you may also need a business license application or, for sole proprietors, an sole proprietorship resolution form to document your business structure.
