A person must be deemed doing business within this state when engaged in geophysical exploration within the boundaries of this state, and shall, if not already qualified to do business within the state under chapter 10-19.1, 10-32.1, 45-10.2, 45-22, or 45-23 prior to such exploration, file with the secretary of state an authorization provided under the governing statute of the organization.
N.D.C.C. § 38-08.1-03