Foreign PLLC Publication in NY: Section 1306 (2026)
The Short Answer
Yes — foreign PLLCs must publish in New York. If you formed a Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) in another state and filed an Application for Authority to practice in New York, you must publish notice in two New York newspapers within 120 days.
This requirement comes from Section 1306 of the NY LLC Law — the foreign PLLC equivalent of Section 802 (foreign LLCs) and Section 1203 (domestic PLLCs).
The process is the same as any other LLC publication in New York: two newspapers (one daily, one weekly) designated by the county clerk, once per week for six consecutive weeks. The differences are the notice wording, the additional content about your home state, and the DOS form number (DOS-1710).
Bottom line: If you're a lawyer, doctor, CPA, architect, or any other licensed professional who formed a PLLC in another state and is registering to practice in New York, publication is required under Section 1306.
What Is a Foreign PLLC?
A foreign PLLC is a Professional Limited Liability Company formed under the laws of another state that wants to practice a licensed profession in New York.
For example:
- A law firm formed as a PLLC in Connecticut that opens a New York office
- A medical practice formed as a PLLC in New Jersey that begins seeing patients in New York
- A CPA firm formed as a PLLC in Delaware that takes on New York clients
- An architecture firm formed as a PLLC in California that takes on a project in New York
When a foreign PLLC wants to practice in New York, it must:
- Register with the NY Department of State by filing an Application for Authority ($200 filing fee)
- Obtain approval from the NY State Education Department — each professional member must hold a valid New York license for the applicable profession
- Publish notice in two designated newspapers within 120 days of filing the Application for Authority
Section 1306 Publication Requirements
Section 1306(d) establishes the publication requirement for foreign professional service limited liability companies. Unlike domestic PLLCs (which are governed by Section 1203), Section 1306 has its own standalone publication provision — it does not incorporate Section 206 by reference.
The core requirements are:
- Two newspapers in the county where your New York office is located — one printed daily, one printed weekly
- Designated by the county clerk (you cannot choose your own newspapers)
- Once per week for six consecutive weeks
- Within 120 days of filing the Application for Authority with the Department of State
- Proof of publication (Certificate of Publication with affidavits) must be filed with the Department of State
What Must the Notice Include?
Section 1306(d) requires nine elements in the publication notice — more than the seven required for domestic LLCs under Section 206. The additional elements relate to the foreign PLLC's home state:
| # | Required Element | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Name of the foreign professional service LLC | "Altum Law PLLC" |
| 2 | Date of filing the Application for Authority with DOS | "March 15, 2026" |
| 3 | Jurisdiction and date of original formation | "Formed in Connecticut on January 10, 2025" |
| 4 | County in NY where office is located | "Westchester County" |
| 4-a | Street address of principal business location (if any) | "123 Main St, White Plains, NY 10601" |
| 5 | SSNY designated as agent for service of process + mailing address | Standard SSNY designation clause |
| 6 | Registered agent name and address (if applicable) | Optional — only if one is designated |
| 7 | Address of office in home state jurisdiction | "456 Elm Ave, Hartford, CT 06103" |
| 8 | Name and address of authority in home state where articles were filed | "CT Secretary of State, 165 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106" |
| 9 | Character or purpose of the business | "Practice of law" or "Any lawful activity" |
Compared to domestic PLLC notices (which have 7 elements), foreign PLLC notices must additionally include the home state jurisdiction and formation date (#3), the home state office address (#7), and the home state filing authority (#8).
How Foreign PLLC Publication Differs from Other Entity Types
New York's publication requirement applies to four entity types. Here's how they compare:
| Requirement | Domestic LLC | Foreign LLC | Domestic PLLC | Foreign PLLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statute | §206 | §802 | §1203 | §1306 |
| Triggering event | Articles of Organization | Application for Authority | Articles of Organization | Application for Authority |
| Notice type | Notice of Formation | Notice of Qualification | Notice of Formation | Notice of Qualification |
| Notice elements | 7 | 9 | 7 | 9 |
| Newspapers | 2 (daily + weekly) | 2 (daily + weekly) | 2 (daily + weekly) | 2 (daily + weekly) |
| Duration | 6 consecutive weeks | 6 consecutive weeks | 6 consecutive weeks | 6 consecutive weeks |
| Deadline | 120 days | 120 days | 120 days | 120 days |
| DOS form | DOS-1708 | (separate form) | DOS-1709 | DOS-1710 |
| Filing fee | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Licensing cert required | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Key differences for foreign PLLCs vs. foreign LLCs:
- Foreign PLLCs use DOS-1710 (not the standard foreign LLC form)
- Foreign PLLCs must obtain licensing authority certification from the NY State Education Department
- The notice must identify the entity as a "professional service limited liability company"
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Get StartedDOS Forms: DOS-1710 vs DOS-1709
When filing the Certificate of Publication after completing the 6-week publication period, using the correct form is critical:
| Entity Type | DOS Form | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic LLC | DOS-1708 | LLC formed in New York |
| Domestic PLLC | DOS-1709 | PLLC formed in New York |
| Foreign PLLC | DOS-1710 | PLLC formed in another state, registered in NY |
The DOS-1710 form is available from the NY Department of State.
Filing on the wrong form will delay your compliance. The Department of State will return your paperwork and require you to refile on the correct form — potentially pushing you past the 120-day deadline.
Which Professions Are Affected?
Any licensed professional who formed a PLLC in another state and wants to practice in New York is subject to Section 1306. The most common professions include:
- Attorneys — law firms expanding from neighboring states (CT, NJ, PA)
- Physicians — medical practices with multi-state offices
- Dentists — dental practices expanding to New York
- Certified Public Accountants — CPA firms with New York clients
- Architects — architecture firms taking on New York projects
- Professional Engineers — engineering firms working in New York
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers
- Psychologists
- Veterinarians
The full list covers all professions licensed under Title Eight of the NY Education Law. If you're unsure whether your profession requires a PLLC, check with the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions.
Important: Each professional member of the foreign PLLC who will practice in New York must hold a valid New York license for the applicable profession. The NYSED Office of the Professions maintains a checklist of all requirements for foreign PLLC registration.
The 120-Day Deadline and Consequences
The 120-day clock starts when the Department of State files your Application for Authority — not when you submit it, and not when you receive Education Department approval.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline
If you don't file proof of publication within 120 days, your foreign PLLC's authority to carry on, conduct, or transact any business in New York will be suspended.
However, the statute provides important protections:
- Existing contracts remain valid — suspension doesn't void contracts you've already entered
- No personal liability — members, managers, and agents don't become personally liable for the PLLC's obligations
- You can cure at any time — complete the publication and file proof with DOS, and the suspension is annulled retroactively
- No additional penalties or fees for late compliance
For more details on the deadline, see our 120-day publication deadline guide.
How LLC Publishers Handles Foreign PLLC Publication
We handle foreign PLLC publication as part of our all-inclusive service — same process, same pricing structure as any other LLC publication.
What we do:
- Verify your entity type from NY State records (we auto-detect foreign PLLC status)
- Generate the correct Notice of Qualification with all 9 required elements, including home state information
- Research county clerk newspaper designations for your county
- Place ads in both required designated newspapers
- Manage the 6-week publication schedule
- Collect affidavits from newspapers
- File the Certificate of Publication on form DOS-1710 with the NY Department of State
What you provide: Copy of your Application for Authority and payment.
We deliver: Completed Certificate of Publication, affidavits, and compliance confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do foreign PLLCs need to publish in New York?
Yes. Under Section 1306(d) of the NY LLC Law, any foreign professional service LLC that files an Application for Authority in New York must publish notice in two designated newspapers within 120 days. There are no exemptions.
What is the difference between Section 1306 and Section 802?
Section 802 governs publication for foreign LLCs (standard limited liability companies formed in another state). Section 1306 governs publication for foreign PLLCs (professional service LLCs formed in another state). The publication process is nearly identical, but foreign PLLCs must additionally obtain licensing authority certification from the NY State Education Department and file on form DOS-1710 instead of the standard foreign LLC form.
Which DOS form does a foreign PLLC use?
Foreign PLLCs use DOS-1710 for the Certificate of Publication. This is different from DOS-1709 (domestic PLLCs) and DOS-1708 (domestic LLCs). Using the wrong form will cause the Department of State to reject your filing.
Can a foreign PLLC use 'PLLC' in its publication notice?
Yes. While the statute uses the full phrase "professional service limited liability company," the abbreviation "PLLC" is accepted in practice under the substantial compliance standard established by Section 1306(d)(iii). Most newspaper ads use the abbreviation. What matters is that the notice identifies the entity as a PLLC — not a standard LLC.
What happens if a foreign PLLC misses the 120-day publication deadline?
Your foreign PLLC's authority to do business in New York will be suspended. However, existing contracts remain valid, no personal liability attaches to members, and you can cure the suspension at any time by completing publication and filing proof with the Department of State. There are no additional penalties for late compliance.
Does a foreign PLLC need licensing authority certification?
Yes. Under Section 1306(b), the Application for Authority must include certificates from the NY licensing authority (typically the State Education Department) confirming that each professional member who will practice in New York holds a valid New York license. This is in addition to the publication requirement.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we strive for accuracy, laws and procedures may change. For specific legal questions about your LLC, consult with a qualified attorney. LLC Publishers provides publication services and administrative filing assistance, but we are not a law firm and cannot provide legal advice.
Key Takeaways
- Foreign PLLCs must publish in New York under Section 1306 — this is a separate statute from Section 802 (foreign LLCs) and Section 1203 (domestic PLLCs)
- The publication process is the same as any other LLC: two newspapers, six consecutive weeks, 120-day deadline
- Foreign PLLC notices require 9 elements including home state jurisdiction, formation date, home state office address, and home state filing authority
- Use DOS-1710 for the Certificate of Publication — not DOS-1709 (domestic PLLC) or DOS-1708 (domestic LLC)
- Licensing authority certification from the NY State Education Department is required for all professional members practicing in NY
- Missing the deadline results in suspension of business authority, but can be cured at any time without additional penalties
- LLC Publishers completes all four publication types — domestic LLC, foreign LLC, domestic PLLC, and foreign PLLC — with the same all-inclusive service. Get started today