INSTRUCTIONS: SD DOMESTIC CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Use this form to register a limited partnership in the state of South Dakota. Consult with an attorney before completing this form.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 1”
The applicant needs to provide their phone number and fax number in the box at the top of the form.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 2”
List the name of the limited partnership in section 1. Make sure the name is distinguishable from other business names in South Dakota. Also, include the phrase “limited partnership” in the name or an abbreviation of the term.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 3”
Enter the street address of the limited Partnership’s South Dakota office in section 2 of this form. If the mailing address is different, provide this address as well.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 4”
List the name, street address, and mailing address for the limited partnership’s registered agent in section 3. If the limited partnership elected a commercial registered agent, provide the CRA number in the box provided in section 3.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 5”
List the name and addresses for each general partner in section 4. If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 6”
If there is an estimated date of dissolution, provide the date in section 5. Otherwise, leave the line blank. If there are any other provisions the general partners want to include, state the matters in section 6. If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 7”
All of the general partners need to sign this form. They also need to provide their printed name and date of signature.
“SD Domestic Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 8”
The filing fee for this form is $125. Make the check payable to Secretary of State. You need to make a photocopy of the original, completed form and mail the forms and filing fee to the following address:
Secretary of State Office
500 E Capitol Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
