Certified copies · Texas and California
Certified copies of formation documents
A certified copy is a copy of a document on file with the state, such as a Certificate of Formation or Articles of Organization, that the state certifies as a true copy of its record. We order it from the state for you. Delivered as an emailed PDF. We offer certified copies in Texas and California.
Who asks for one
When you may need a certified copy
Banks, lenders, title companies, attorneys and other states’ filing offices sometimes ask for a certified copy of a formation document, for example when opening an account, closing a loan or registering the business in another state. The party asking decides which document it needs.
Price per document
One price per document. The state fee is included.
| State | Service | State fee | Total | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $49 | $15 | $64 | Order this → |
| California | $49 | $5 | $54 | Order this → |
FAQ
Certified copy questions
What is a certified copy?
A certified copy is a copy of a document on file with the state, such as a Certificate of Formation or Articles of Organization, that the state certifies as a true copy of its record.
How is a certified copy different from a certificate of good standing?
A certificate of good standing states that the entity is current with the state as of a date. A certified copy reproduces a document the entity filed, such as its formation document, with the state’s certification that it matches the record.
Which states do you order certified copies from?
Texas and California. We list a state only after checking its fee and ordering process on the state’s own site.
How much does a certified copy cost?
Per document: Texas, $49 service + $15 state fee = $64; California, $49 service + $5 state fee = $54.
How is it delivered?
Delivered as an emailed PDF.
How long does it take?
Processing time is set by each state. The Texas Secretary of State says: "Certificates of Fact and Certified Copies of imaged documents are emailed back within two hours… Copies of documents not imaged can take up to three business days." Processing time is set by the California Secretary of State.
Do I need to sign anything or give you a login?
No. Filed documents are public records, so the state does not need a signature or login from you.
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