Reference Copy: New Mexico LLC Articles of Organization (No Longer Accepted)

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Last Revised: January 4, 2025.

Important Notice & FAQ

Please note: This form is no longer accepted by the State of New Mexico for official filing. It is sold strictly for reference and archival use. No refunds will be provided if you attempt to file it with the state. 

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/. Our form is for reference only.

Q: Why do you still offer this form if it’s no longer accepted?
A: Many entrepreneurs find it helpful to see the layout of the old paper form before filing online, and some use it for their internal recordkeeping or for archival research purposes.

About this Form


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.

Why Form an LLC in New Mexico?


✔ 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.

Accepted Filing Methods


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.

Name Availability & Requirements


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.

Required Fees


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.

Statutory Authority & Requirements


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.


NEW MEXICO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 

 ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 


First: The name of the limited liability company is _________________________________________.

Second: The street address of the initial registered office in the state of _________________ is ________________________________________________________________ in the City of ____________________. The name of its registered agent at such address is _________________________________________. The principal place of business is [if different from the registered office] _______________________________________________.

Third: The limited liability company is [check one]: ____ organized to be perpetual  OR  ____ to dissolve on _______________ [insert date if not perpetual].

Fourth: The company shall be managed by [check one]: ____ Manager(s)  OR  ____ Members. If managed by managers, the names and addresses of the manager(s) are as follows: ____________________________________________________________________ [Continue as necessary]

If managed by members, the names and addresses of the member(s) who will manage are as follows: ____________________________________________________________________ [Continue as necessary]

Fifth: The limited liability company [check one]: ____ may carry on its business and affairs as a single member limited liability company,  OR  ____ may not carry on its business and affairs as a single member limited liability company.

Sixth: Additional matters addressed [check one]: ____ have  OR  ____ have not been addressed. If additional matters are addressed, the number of additional pages attached is: ______.

Seventh: Certificate of Acceptance of Appointment of Resident Agent:
I, ____________________________________________, hereby accept appointment as Resident Agent for the above-named limited liability company.


______________________________________________
Signature of Resident Agent

__________________________________
Date

Eighth: Execution of this Document

This document must be executed in accordance with Section 53-19-12 NMSA 1978 of the Limited Liability Company Act. It is hereby signed by:
[Choose one:]

____ a manager, if management of the limited liability company is vested in one or more managers;
____ a member, if management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members;
____ a person forming the limited liability company, if the limited liability company has not yet been formed;
____ a receiver, trustee, or court-appointed fiduciary, if the limited liability company is in the hands of such a receiver, trustee, or fiduciary.

The undersigned affirms that the information provided here is true and correct and that they are signing in the capacity indicated below:


______________________________________________
(Signature of the person executing the document)


______________________________________________
(Printed Name and Capacity in which he/she signs)


Date: ____________________________


Filing Instructions (Reference Only)

Prior to December 9, 2024, you could submit the signed original and a duplicate copy of the Articles of Organization to the New Mexico Secretary of State by mail or in person. However, the state now requires all filings to be made online through the Business Services portal. This paper form is no longer accepted.

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