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Texas Express Rollout Complete for All Business Filings

The Texas Secretary of State's office has completed the statewide rollout of Texas Express, making same-day and next-day processing available for all business filings.

Xenia Doyle

July 21, 20262 min read

Business Efficiency - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Business Efficiency - illustration, Jake Team LLC

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced the completion of the statewide rollout of Texas Express on Tuesday. The initiative makes same-day and next-day processing available for all types of business filings handled by the Secretary of State's office.

Texas Express launched in September 2025 with expedited processing for a limited number of filings. It expanded in April 2026 to include business formations and additional registration services. Beginning today, all business filings are eligible for the expedited service.

"Texas has become the premier destination for businesses because we are committed to creating an environment where companies can succeed," Nelson said. "As more businesses choose to organize or relocate to Texas, our office is committed to providing the fast, reliable service they expect. Texas Express allows businesses to move at the speed of today's economy."

The Office of the Secretary of State has processed more than 2,600 Texas Express filings since the program's launch. The agency serves more than three million active business entities, a record for the state.

"Texas Express has exceeded our expectations," Nelson said. "Businesses have embraced the program because they understand that time matters. Whether you are a first-time entrepreneur forming your company or a Fortune 500 corporation completing a major transaction, Texas Express gives customers the option to receive the level of service they need."

Texas Express offers three levels of expedited service:

Same-Day Service: Filings received by 12:00 p.m. are processed by the close of business the same day. The expedite fee is $750 per document, plus the applicable filing fee.

Next-Day Service: Filings received by 12:00 p.m. are processed by the close of business the next business day. The expedite fee is $500 per document, plus the applicable filing fee.

Standard Expedited Service: Filings are processed ahead of regular submissions, typically within two to three business days. The expedite fee is $50 per document, plus the applicable filing fee.

Same-day and next-day filing services are available for documents submitted through Texas Express email, in person, or by courier. Standard expedited processing is available for documents submitted by mail, in person, or by courier. Preclearance review is strongly encouraged for all same-day and next-day filings.

For more information about Texas Express, including filing requirements and eligible services, residents can visit the Office of the Texas Secretary of State's Texas Express webpage.

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Xenia Doyle

Xenia Doyle reports on local business, new openings, and economic development in Dallas.

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