Subject: Steps to File the Team's DBA (Trade Name) with the State
NOTE: This is NOT always required. This process is outlined here in the case that the bank you have chosen requires a Trade Name/DBA.

Thank you so much for volunteering to help set up your WSA team's bank account!

The Oklahoma Secretary of State portal can be a bit confusing to navigate, so here are the exact step-by-step instructions to find and submit our Trade Name (DBA) application online.

Step 1: Create an Account

1. Open the Oklahoma Secretary of State Business Services Portal.
2. Click the big blue button labeled "File Business Documents Electronically".
3. On the left-hand menu, click "Create Account" to set up a quick login (or log in if you already have one).

Step 2: Navigate to the Application

Once you are logged into your dashboard:

1. Look at the left-hand sidebar menu and click "File a New Document".
2. Scroll down the list of business types until you see the section for "Trade Names".
3. Click on "Trade Name Report".

Step 3: Complete the Form Fields

Please use the following specific details to fill out the questionnaire:

• Trade Name: [Insert Exact Team Name, e.g., Sand Springs Select Baseball]
• Legal Name of Owner: [Insert Volunteer/Coach Full Legal Name]
• Type of Entity: Select "Individual" or "Unincorporated Association" (do not select LLC or Corporation).
• Brief Description of Business: "Youth recreational competitive sports team"
• Business Address: [Insert Team Mail Address or P.O. Box]

Step 4: Submit and Pay

1. Review the summary page to ensure all spelling is correct.
2. Provide a credit card to pay the flat $25 state filing fee.

The state usually approves these within 24 to 48 hours. Once approved, you will get an email with a link to download our official Certificate of Trade Name.