The Iowa Application for Reservation of Name [504.402] is a form used by businesses to reserve a specific company name prior to filing articles of incorporation or organization with the Iowa Secretary of State. The application allows Iowa businesses to reserve a name for up to 120 days, giving them time to decide if they want to use the name and file articles of incorporation or organization. There are two types of Iowa Application for Reservation of Name [504.402]: the online application, which can be completed and submitted electronically; and the paper application, which must be printed and completed by hand. Both applications require information such as the proposed name of the business, the type of business entity, the name and address of the applicant, and the signature of the applicant.