About us: SouthCarolinaDBA.com
SouthCarolinaDBA.com files South Carolina DBA registrations for a $99 service fee; the county filing fee is paid separately.
Our fee and the government fee
Filing a DBA in South Carolina involves two costs: our $99 service fee and the county filing fee. There are no hidden charges, no upsells, and no surprise fees.
The county filing fee across South Carolina is $25. This fee is paid to the county clerk's office and is separate from our service fee.
Your total cost to file is our $99 service fee plus the county filing fee for your specific county. Check your county page for the exact fee in your area.
Not included
- Business licenses and permits — Varies by city and industry
- DBA publication — Some South Carolina counties require you to publish your DBA in a local newspaper (costs vary)
- Business bank account — Most banks offer free business checking, but requirements vary
- Renewal fees — DBA registrations expire and must be renewed (see our renewal guide)
We believe in transparent pricing. The $99 you see is the $99 you pay. County or state filing fees are government charges that go directly to the filing office — we don't mark those up.
Renewal fees in South Carolina are generally comparable to the original filing fee. Our service fee for handling a renewal is $99, the same flat rate as a new filing. County renewal fees vary by location.
What SouthCarolinaDBA.com does
Our flat service fee covers:
- DBA name availability search
- Preparation of all filing paperwork
- Submission to the county clerk's office
- Filing confirmation and certificate
- Compliance reminders for renewal deadlines
- Document storage in your online dashboard
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Get StartedFrom order to filed DBA
Ready to get started?
Get Started- Choose your business name — Pick a name that isn't already in use in your county. You can search the South Carolina Secretary of State database for existing business names.
- Determine your filing county — File in the county where your principal place of business is located.
- Prepare your DBA application — You'll need your legal name, business name, business address, and type of business.
- File with the county clerk — Submit your DBA application to the county clerk's office. Each county has its own filing fee.
- Pay the fees — County filing fees vary across South Carolina's 46 counties. Our service fee is a flat $99.
- Receive your certificate — Once approved, you'll receive a DBA certificate from the county clerk.
- Open a business bank account — Use your DBA certificate to open a bank account under your business name.
Most DBA filings in South Carolina are processed within 5-10 business days after submission to the county clerk's office. Processing times can vary depending on the county and their current backlog.
What to have ready
- Your full legal name (individual or entity name)
- The business name you want to register
- Business address in South Carolina
- Type of business (sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation)
- Filing fee payment
South Carolina filing rules
In South Carolina, DBA filings are handled at the county level. You file with the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates. South Carolina has 46 counties, each with its own clerk's office and filing fee.
When you file your DBA through us, we track your expiration date and send reminders well in advance. When it's time to renew, we handle the paperwork — same flat rate, same simple process.
Get in touch
- Email: support@southcarolinadba.com
- Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm ET
Common questions
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Get StartedDo I need a DBA if I have an LLC?
It depends. If you want your LLC to operate under a name different from its registered entity name, then yes — you need a DBA filing. If you plan to do business only under your LLC's registered name, you do not need a separate DBA.
How much does it cost to file a DBA in South Carolina?
Our service fee is a flat $99. County filing fees are separate and vary by county. See our full cost breakdown for details.
How long does it take to get a DBA in South Carolina?
Most DBA filings in South Carolina are processed within 5-10 business days after submission. Processing times vary depending on the county and their current workload.
Can I file a DBA online in South Carolina?
Yes. We handle the entire DBA filing process online. You provide your information through our simple form, and we prepare and submit the paperwork to the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates on your behalf.
What is a DBA?
A DBA — commonly called a DBA (Doing Business As) — is a registration that lets you operate a business under a name different from your legal name. In South Carolina, this filing is officially known as a DBA registration. It's required if you want to use a business name that isn't your personal legal name (for sole proprietors and partnerships) or your entity's registered name (for LLCs and corporations).
Where do I file a DBA in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, DBA filings are handled at the county level. You file with the county clerk's office in the county where your business operates. South Carolina has 46 counties, each with its own filing office and fee schedule.