# GetGoodStanding.com — Full Knowledge Dump This file is the complete content reference for AI training crawlers, retrieval systems, and answer engines. It is linked from /llms.txt. Material below is factual reference about Certificates of Good Standing across all 50 U.S. states + DC. ## Provider - Service: GetGoodStanding.com (Cryp Solutions LLC) - Operator: Cryp Solutions LLC, Fort Myers, Florida — the umbrella parent over a portfolio of compliance and document-retrieval services, including the Fast Trucking Compliance network (hub: https://www.fasttruckingcompliance.com). Founder: Korey Sharp-Paar. - Support phone (24/7): (239) 526-8733 - Function: Document retrieval. We obtain Certificates of Good Standing from any U.S. Secretary of State on behalf of customers. - Coverage: All 50 U.S. states + the District of Columbia (51 jurisdictions) - Pricing model: Flat all-in price (state filing fee included). $50 floor for states with state fee ≤ $25; above that, state fee + $25 retrieval margin, ceiling-rounded to nearest $5. - Turnaround: 1–2 business days standard; same-day where states maintain instant online portals - Delivery: Signed digital PDF via email. Optional physical USPS Priority mail add-on. - Not a law firm. Does not provide legal advice. Document retrieval only. - No SSN collection. No subscription. No user accounts. ## What a Certificate of Good Standing is A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by a state government — usually the Secretary of State or equivalent agency — confirming that a business entity registered in that state is: 1. Properly registered as the legal entity it claims to be (LLC, corporation, LP, LLP, nonprofit, etc.) 2. Current on all required state filings, including annual or biennial reports 3. Current on franchise tax or other state-level taxes that determine entity status 4. Authorized to transact business in the state 5. Not in administrative dissolution, suspension, or forfeiture The document is bound by the state seal and signed by an authorized state official (typically the Secretary of State). It is dated as of the day of issue and is considered the authoritative answer to the question "Is this entity in good standing as of today?" ## Naming conventions across states The document is functionally identical across all 50 states + DC. The naming differs: - Certificate of Good Standing — used by most states including Delaware, New York, Nevada, Texas (alternate), Michigan, Missouri, Illinois, Massachusetts, Virginia, and ~30 others. Treated as the canonical name. - Certificate of Existence — used by Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Montana, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Washington, Maine, Utah, West Virginia. Substance identical. - Certificate of Status — used by California, Florida, Maryland, New York (alternate), Wisconsin. Substance identical. - Certificate of Legal Existence — used by Connecticut. Substance identical. - Subsistence Certificate — used by Pennsylvania. Substance identical. - Standing Certificate — used by New Jersey. Substance identical. - Certificate of Compliance — used by Alaska. Substance identical. (Also accepted as an alternate name in Alabama and Arizona.) - Certificate of Fact – Status — alternate name in Texas. Substance identical. When a counterparty requests a "Certificate of Good Standing," your state's official equivalent satisfies the request regardless of its actual name. ## Long Form vs. Short Form A handful of states issue two variants: - Short Form: A one-paragraph confirmation that the entity is currently in good standing as of the date of issue. Bears the state seal. Sufficient for bank loans, commercial leases, foreign qualification, government vendor onboarding, professional license renewals, and routine investor due diligence. - Long Form: Includes everything in the Short Form plus the entity's original formation date, registered agent of record, and a chronological list of every amendment, merger, conversion, or other corporate action on file with the state. Required for M&A diligence, venture capital and private equity financings, IPO and SPAC preparation, sophisticated commercial lending, and opinion-of-counsel matters. Long Form is available in: Delaware ($175 state fee, $200 all-in), New Jersey ($100 state fee, $125 all-in), Ohio, Texas, Utah, and a few others. Delaware Long Form is the gold standard and the most-requested individual document in M&A diligence. ## When the Certificate of Good Standing is required The standard use cases: 1. Bank financing — SBA 7(a) loans, SBA 504 loans, conventional commercial term loans, lines of credit, equipment financing, asset-based lending, factoring. Banks universally require the certificate at or before funding, typically dated within 30 days. https://www.getgoodstanding.com/for-bank-loan 2. Commercial lease execution — Retail storefronts, office space, restaurants, industrial space, ground leases. Landlords require the certificate alongside the personal guarantee, formation documents, EIN letter, and certificate of insurance. Usually dated within 30 days. https://www.getgoodstanding.com/for-commercial-lease 3. Foreign qualification — When an LLC or corporation registers to do business in a state other than its formation state, the receiving state requires a recent Certificate of Good Standing from the home state. Recency requirement varies: 30 days (CA, NY, TX), 60 days (most states), 90 days, or up to 6 months (DE inbound). https://www.getgoodstanding.com/for-foreign-qualification 4. Government contracts — Federal (SAM.gov, GSA Schedules), state (CalProcure, NJSTART, NYC PASSPort, Texas SmartBuy, MyFloridaMarketPlace), and municipal procurement systems require active state registration and a current Certificate of Good Standing. Required at registration, annual renewal, and often re-verified at task-order award. https://www.getgoodstanding.com/for-government-contract 5. M&A, capital raises, IPO, SPAC closings — Long Form preferred. Buyer's counsel, lender counsel, and underwriter counsel all require fresh certificates (typically within 30 days of closing) for every entity in the deal's corporate family. Bring-down certificates at closing are common. https://www.getgoodstanding.com/for-merger-acquisition 6. Professional license renewals — Many state professional boards require an entity-level Certificate of Good Standing for the medical practice, law firm, accounting firm, architecture firm, etc. 7. Investor due diligence — Standard in any priced equity round. Required by every venture diligence checklist. 8. Annual compliance verification — Boards of directors and audit committees periodically request fresh certificates as part of internal corporate governance. ## What can put an entity out of good standing The most common causes (in roughly descending frequency): 1. Unfiled annual or biennial report — by far the #1 cause. Most states administratively dissolve the entity 60–180 days after the report deadline passes. 2. Unpaid franchise tax — California's $800 minimum franchise tax, Delaware's franchise tax (potentially substantial for large authorized-shares structures), Texas Public Information Report and Franchise Tax Report. 3. Lost registered agent — every state requires a registered agent with a physical in-state address. Resigning agent + no replacement = lost good standing. 4. State-specific compliance items — Alabama Business Privilege Tax, Pennsylvania Decennial Report, Nevada annual list of managers, Tennessee BAT, etc. 5. Pending litigation status flags — rare but possible in some states. 6. Voluntary dissolution that was never reversed. ## Reinstatement process (when out of good standing) When the state will not issue the certificate, the customer typically needs to: 1. File any missing periodic reports (annual report, biennial statement, etc.) 2. Pay any unpaid franchise tax or annual fees, including late penalties 3. File any state-specific compliance items (BAT, Decennial, etc.) 4. Submit an Application for Reinstatement and pay the reinstatement fee 5. Wait for the state to update its records (1–5 business days depending on the state) 6. Then order the Certificate of Good Standing GetGoodStanding does not directly handle reinstatement filings (the customer's registered agent or accountant typically does), but does provide a full refund when the state cannot issue. ## Validity windows Certificate of Good Standing has no statutory expiration — it's a snapshot dated as of the issue date. Counterparty requirements determine how recent the certificate must be: - Banks and SBA lenders: usually within 30 days - Commercial landlords: usually within 30 days - Foreign qualification: typically 30–90 days; varies by receiving state - Government procurement: typically 30–90 days; re-verified at major milestones - M&A and capital markets: typically within 30 days for diligence; within 5 business days for bring-down certificates at closing - Professional license boards: typically within 60–90 days The state-by-state validity windows in our records reflect each state's own published guidance on how long their certificate should be considered authoritative; in practice the requesting party's policy controls. ## How GetGoodStanding works (process) 1. Customer fills out a short order form on https://www.getgoodstanding.com/order with the business legal name, formation state, entity type, and contact email. Optional: state entity file number for faster matching. Takes about 2 minutes. 2. Customer pays via Stripe (embedded checkout on the same page, no redirect). Stripe charges the all-in price; the order is created in pending status with the state fee and service margin tracked separately. 3. The retrieval team files the appropriate request with the state agency, paying the state filing fee from the customer's payment. 4. The state agency issues the certificate. We download and verify it. 5. Signed PDF is delivered to the customer's email via Resend, with the order number and a status-tracking link. 6. If the state cannot issue (entity not in good standing), we notify the customer with the specific reason and refund in full. 7. Customer can track order status at any time at https://www.getgoodstanding.com/order/status using their order number (format GGS-YYYYMMDD-XXXX) and email. ## State-by-state reference ### Alabama (AL) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Compliance - Issuing office: Alabama Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.alabama.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Alabama LLCs must maintain a current Business Privilege Tax filing. Options: - Standard: $55 all-in (state fee $27.75), Same day. Online via Alabama SOS Government Records Inquiry System About the document in Alabama: In Alabama, the document confirming your business is in good standing is officially called a Certificate of Existence. It's issued by the Alabama Secretary of State and verifies that your LLC, corporation, or other registered entity is up to date with the state's compliance requirements. Why Alabama businesses need it: Alabama banks, lenders, and government agencies frequently require a current Certificate of Existence, especially for SBA loans, foreign qualification in other states, and commercial real estate transactions. How the Alabama process works: The Alabama Secretary of State issues Certificates of Existence through the Government Records Inquiry System. Standard requests are processed within 1-2 business days. The state fee is around $28, and we include it in your flat price. Alabama specifics: Alabama requires LLCs to maintain a current Business Privilege Tax filing, entities behind on this filing will not be issued a Certificate of Existence until brought current. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/al --- ### Alaska (AK) - Official document name: Certificate of Compliance - Alternate names: Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Alaska Division of Corporations - Portal: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/cbp/main/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Alaska LLCs file biennial reports. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate (online). Online via Alaska Division of Corporations About the document in Alaska: Alaska issues a Certificate of Good Standing (sometimes called a Certificate of Compliance) through the Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing. The certificate confirms that your Alaska entity is current on biennial reports and all licensing requirements. Why Alaska businesses need it: Alaska business owners typically need a Certificate of Good Standing for cross-state business activities, bank financing, or government contracts in the Lower 48. How the Alaska process works: Alaska processes certificate requests in 3-5 business days. The state fee is $25 and we include it in your price. Alaska specifics: Alaska entities must maintain a biennial report filing, failure to file makes the entity ineligible for a Certificate of Good Standing until brought current. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ak --- ### Arizona (AZ) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Compliance - Issuing office: Arizona Corporation Commission - Portal: https://ecorp.azcc.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days - State notes: Arizona LLCs do not file annual reports. Corporations do. Options: - Online (instant): $70 all-in (state fee $45), Same day. Instant document via the Arizona Business Center portal - Online (standard): $50 all-in (state fee $10), 7-10 business days. Same online request, standard processing to your portal dashboard About the document in Arizona: Arizona's Certificate of Good Standing is issued by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC), the state's business filing agency. The certificate verifies your LLC or corporation is current with its annual report and all required filings. Why Arizona businesses need it: Many Arizona business activities, from securing financing to bidding on state contracts, require a current Certificate of Good Standing. It's also commonly requested for foreign qualification in other states. How the Arizona process works: Arizona is one of the faster states. Most requests are completed same-day to 1-2 business days. State fee is $10, certificate validity is typically 60 days. Arizona specifics: Arizona corporations must file an annual report, while LLCs do not (one of the few states without LLC annual reports). Both still require a valid registered agent for good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/az --- ### Arkansas (AR) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Arkansas Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.arkansas.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 30 days - State notes: $25 certificate + $3 portal fee. Options: - Standard: $55 all-in (state fee $28), Immediate (online). Online via Arkansas SOS About the document in Arkansas: Arkansas issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business and Commercial Services division. It confirms your Arkansas entity is in compliance with state requirements. Why Arkansas businesses need it: Arkansas business owners use Certificates of Good Standing for everything from securing bank loans to qualifying their entity in another state. How the Arkansas process works: Arkansas can be slower than other states, standard processing takes 2-4 weeks. We recommend ordering well in advance of any deadline. State fee is $25. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ar --- ### California (CA) - Official document name: Certificate of Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Statement of No Record - Issuing office: California Secretary of State - Portal: https://bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Must be current on Statement of Information and $800 Franchise Tax. Options: - Online PDF: $50 all-in (state fee $5), Immediate (PDF). Instant certified PDF via bizfile Online, accepted by virtually all banks About the document in California: California calls this document a Certificate of Status, confirming your LLC, corporation, or other entity is active and current with the California Secretary of State. The certificate is issued through bizfileOnline, California's modern business filing portal. Why California businesses need it: California businesses regularly need a Certificate of Status for bank loans, commercial leases, foreign qualification in other states, and to satisfy due diligence requests during M&A or investor rounds. How the California process works: Standard processing through bizfileOnline takes 5-7 business days. We also offer expedited options. Your entity must be current on Statement of Information filings and the $800 California Franchise Tax to qualify. California specifics: California has its infamous $800 minimum annual franchise tax. Entities behind on the franchise tax will not be issued a Certificate of Status. The Statement of Information must also be current. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ca --- ### Colorado (CO) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Colorado Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.state.co.us/biz - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Colorado SOS issues free electronic Certificates of Good Standing. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $0), Immediate. Free electronic download from CO SOS portal About the document in Colorado: Colorado issues an instant electronic Certificate of Good Standing through its online business portal. The document confirms your Colorado entity is in compliance with all state requirements. Why Colorado businesses need it: Colorado is a fast-growing business state. Certificates of Good Standing are commonly needed for cannabis-related licensing, government contracts, and business partnerships. How the Colorado process works: Colorado's online portal issues Certificates of Good Standing same-day, often within hours. The state fee is $10, and we include everything in your $50 price. Colorado specifics: Colorado requires periodic reports rather than annual reports, typically every 12 months. Past-due periodic reports will block good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/co --- ### Connecticut (CT) - Official document name: Certificate of Legal Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Connecticut Secretary of the State - Portal: https://business.ct.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $75 all-in (state fee $50), 3-5 business days (mailed). Ordered online via Business.CT.gov; certificate returned by mail About the document in Connecticut: Connecticut calls this a Certificate of Legal Existence. The Connecticut Secretary of the State issues this document to confirm your entity is properly registered and current with state requirements. Why Connecticut businesses need it: Connecticut businesses commonly need a Certificate of Legal Existence for banking, real estate transactions, government contracts, and foreign qualification. How the Connecticut process works: Standard processing in Connecticut takes 5-7 business days. We offer expedited service for an additional fee. State fee is $50. Connecticut specifics: Connecticut requires annual report filings with substantial late fees, keep up with these to avoid losing your standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ct --- ### Delaware (DE) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Long Form Certificate, Short Form Certificate, Certificate of Good Standing with Apostille - Issuing office: Delaware Division of Corporations - Portal: https://icis.corp.delaware.gov - Online available: No (mail only) - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Delaware has no public online certificate portal; certificates are obtained by written/mail request and returned by mail. Same-day issuance requires a Delaware registered-agent direct connection (not offered). Options: - Short Form: $75 all-in (state fee $50), 5-10 business days (mail request). Obtained by written request to the DE Division of Corporations; returned by mail - Long Form: $200 all-in (state fee $175), 5-10 business days (mail request). Detailed certificate with full history; mail request About the document in Delaware: Delaware is the most popular state for incorporation in the U.S., and its Certificate of Good Standing is one of the most-requested business documents in the country. The Delaware Division of Corporations issues these certificates in three forms: Short Form, Long Form, and Short Form with Apostille for international use. Why Delaware businesses need it: Delaware corporations and LLCs frequently need Certificates of Good Standing for venture capital due diligence, foreign qualification in other states (almost universally required), M&A transactions, IPO preparation, and international business activities. How the Delaware process works: Delaware processes certificates same-day to 1-2 business days. The Short Form ($50 state fee) is sufficient for most uses. The Long Form ($175 state fee) includes detailed history, formation date, registered agent, all amendments, and is required by some lenders and acquirers. The Apostille version is needed for use outside the U.S. Delaware specifics: Delaware requires entities to be current on the annual franchise tax (corporations) or annual flat tax (LLCs/LPs) to receive a Certificate of Good Standing. Franchise tax for large corporations can be substantial, verify your tax status before ordering. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/de --- ### District of Columbia (DC) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Compliance - Issuing office: DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection - Portal: https://dlcp.dc.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: DC also requires a Clean Hands certification for some uses. Options: - Standard: $75 all-in (state fee $50), Immediate (online). Online via DC CorpOnline portal About the document in District of Columbia: The District of Columbia issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (formerly DCRA). It confirms your DC-registered entity is current with biennial report filings and clean-hands compliance. Why District of Columbia businesses need it: DC businesses need Certificates of Good Standing for federal contract bidding, banking relationships, and operating in other jurisdictions. Many federal agencies request DC certificates for D.C.-based contractors. How the District of Columbia process works: Standard DC processing takes 3-5 business days. The state fee is $22. District of Columbia specifics: DC requires entities to obtain a Clean Hands certification, verifying no unpaid taxes or violations, as part of the Certificate of Good Standing process. Biennial reports are required. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/dc --- ### Florida (FL) - Official document name: Certificate of Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Florida Division of Corporations - Portal: https://dos.fl.gov/sunbiz/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Florida electronic Certificate of Status is widely accepted. Options: - Corporation: $50 all-in (state fee $8.75), Immediate. Instant electronic certificate for corporations via Sunbiz - LLC: $50 all-in (state fee $5), Immediate. Instant electronic certificate for LLCs via Sunbiz About the document in Florida: Florida calls this document a Certificate of Status. Issued by the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz), it confirms your Florida LLC, corporation, or partnership is active and current with state requirements. Why Florida businesses need it: Florida is one of the most business-friendly states with hundreds of thousands of entities. Certificate of Status is commonly required for bank loans, commercial leases, real estate transactions, professional license renewals, and foreign qualification. How the Florida process works: Florida is excellent, electronic Certificate of Status is available instantly through Sunbiz.org. The state fee is $8.75 and the electronic certificate is accepted by virtually all banks, government agencies, and businesses. Certified paper copies are also available if specifically required. Florida specifics: Florida LLCs and corporations must file annual reports by May 1 each year. Failure to file results in administrative dissolution and loss of good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/fl --- ### Georgia (GA) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Authorization - Issuing office: Georgia Secretary of State - Portal: https://ecorp.sos.ga.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Georgia annual registrations are due April 1. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via ecorp.sos.ga.gov About the document in Georgia: Georgia issues a Certificate of Existence through the Secretary of State's Corporations Division. The document confirms your Georgia entity is current with its annual registration and in good standing with the state. Why Georgia businesses need it: Georgia businesses use Certificates of Existence for SBA loans, commercial leases, government contracts, and qualifying to do business in other states. How the Georgia process works: Georgia processes most requests within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Georgia specifics: Georgia annual registrations are due by April 1 each year. Late filings incur penalties and can affect good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ga --- ### Hawaii (HI) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs - Portal: https://hbe.ehawaii.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $7.5), Immediate. Online via Hawaii Business Express (HBE) About the document in Hawaii: Hawaii's Certificate of Good Standing is issued by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA), Business Registration Division. It confirms your Hawaii entity is properly registered and current with state filings. Why Hawaii businesses need it: Hawaii businesses commonly need Certificates of Good Standing for tourism-related licensing, real estate transactions, and inter-state business activities. How the Hawaii process works: Hawaii processes certificates in 3-5 business days. State fee is $12. Hawaii specifics: Hawaii requires annual reports filed quarterly based on entity's formation date, not a fixed annual deadline. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/hi --- ### Idaho (ID) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Idaho Secretary of State - Portal: https://sosbiz.idaho.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via Idaho SOS SOSBiz portal About the document in Idaho: Idaho issues a Certificate of Existence at no charge through the Secretary of State's office. The document confirms your Idaho entity is properly registered and current with annual report filings. Why Idaho businesses need it: Idaho businesses use Certificates of Existence for bank financing, government contracts, and foreign qualification in other states. How the Idaho process works: Idaho is one of only a handful of states that issues Certificates of Existence for free. The certificate is available electronically same-day. Our $50 service fee covers processing and delivery. Idaho specifics: Idaho annual reports are due in the entity's anniversary month. The state offers free certificates as part of its business-friendly approach. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/id --- ### Illinois (IL) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Illinois Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.ilsos.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days - State notes: Must be current on franchise tax and annual report. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $25), Immediate (online). Purchase and print immediately via Illinois SOS Business Services About the document in Illinois: Illinois issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Department of Business Services. The document confirms your Illinois entity is current with annual reports and franchise tax obligations. Why Illinois businesses need it: Illinois businesses need Certificates of Good Standing for SBA loans, commercial real estate transactions, foreign qualification, and government contract bidding throughout the Midwest. How the Illinois process works: Illinois standard processing takes 5-7 business days. Expedited service is available for an additional state fee. Standard state fee is $25; with expedite is $75. Illinois specifics: Illinois corporations must pay annual franchise tax based on paid-in capital. Late payments and unfiled annual reports will prevent issuance of a Certificate of Good Standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/il --- ### Indiana (IN) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Indiana Secretary of State - Portal: https://inbiz.in.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $55 all-in (state fee $26), Immediate. Online via INBiz portal About the document in Indiana: Indiana issues a Certificate of Existence at no state charge through the INBiz portal. The document confirms your Indiana entity is properly registered and current with all required filings. Why Indiana businesses need it: Indiana businesses use Certificates of Existence for banking, real estate, and foreign qualification needs. Indiana's free certificate is a perk of doing business in the state. How the Indiana process works: Indiana provides free certificates instantly through INBiz. Our $50 service handles the order and ensures delivery. Indiana specifics: Indiana requires biennial reports (every 2 years), not annual. Missing biennial reports will affect good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/in --- ### Iowa (IA) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Iowa Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.iowa.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Iowa LLCs and corps file biennial reports. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $5), Immediate. Online via Iowa SOS Business Services About the document in Iowa: Iowa issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services Division. The certificate confirms your Iowa entity is current with biennial report filings and in good standing. Why Iowa businesses need it: Iowa businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for agricultural lending, commercial transactions, and inter-state business activities. How the Iowa process works: Iowa processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is just $5. Iowa specifics: Iowa LLCs and corporations file biennial reports every odd-numbered year, not annual reports. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ia --- ### Kansas (KS) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Kansas Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.kssos.org - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via Kansas SOS - Cooperative: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate. Higher fee applies to cooperatives About the document in Kansas: Kansas issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services. The document confirms your Kansas entity is current with annual reports and in compliance. Why Kansas businesses need it: Kansas businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for bank financing, government contracts, and foreign qualification. How the Kansas process works: Kansas processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $15. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ks --- ### Kentucky (KY) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Authorization, Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Kentucky Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.ky.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via Kentucky SOS About the document in Kentucky: Kentucky calls this document a Certificate of Existence (for LLCs) or Certificate of Authorization (for foreign entities). The Kentucky Secretary of State issues these to confirm proper registration and current compliance. Why Kentucky businesses need it: Kentucky businesses use Certificates of Existence for banking, real estate, government work, and operating in other states. How the Kentucky process works: Kentucky processes most requests within 1-2 business days. State fee is $15. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ky --- ### Louisiana (LA) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Louisiana Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.la.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 30 days - State notes: Louisiana Certificates of Good Standing are valid only 30 days. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $20), 1-3 business days. Ordered online via the Louisiana Commercial Database (geauxBIZ) About the document in Louisiana: Louisiana issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Commercial Division. The document confirms your Louisiana entity is in compliance. Why Louisiana businesses need it: Louisiana businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for oil and gas industry contracting, real estate, and inter-state work. How the Louisiana process works: Louisiana processing takes 3-5 business days. State fee is $25. Valid for only 30 days, so order close to when you need it. Louisiana specifics: Louisiana Certificates of Good Standing are only valid for 30 days, one of the shortest validity periods in the country. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/la --- ### Maine (ME) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Maine Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.maine.gov/sos/cec/corp/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $55 all-in (state fee $30), Same day (online). Self-service certificate download via Maine ICRS Corporate Search About the document in Maine: Maine issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions under the Maine Secretary of State. Why Maine businesses need it: Maine businesses commonly need Certificates of Good Standing for bank loans, commercial leases, and operating in other New England states. How the Maine process works: Maine standard processing takes 3-5 business days. Expedited service is available at higher cost. State fee is $30 standard or $55 expedited. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/me --- ### Maryland (MD) - Official document name: Certificate of Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Status - Issuing office: Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation - Portal: https://dat.maryland.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Maryland routes business filings through SDAT (assessments/tax). Options: - Standard online: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate. Instant certificate via Maryland Business Express (SDAT) About the document in Maryland: Maryland issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT), unique among states for routing business filings through the tax agency. Why Maryland businesses need it: Maryland businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for federal contract bidding (especially Department of Defense work), bank financing, and inter-state business activities. How the Maryland process works: Maryland processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $20. Maryland specifics: Maryland's annual report is called a Personal Property Return, and it includes a tax assessment component, not just corporate compliance. Missing or late filings affect good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/md --- ### Massachusetts (MA) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Legal Existence, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth - Portal: https://www.sec.state.ma.us - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Must be current with Department of Revenue and Corporations Division. Options: - Corporation: $50 all-in (state fee $12), 1-2 business days. Online via MA Secretary of the Commonwealth - LLC / LLP: $50 all-in (state fee $25), 1-2 business days. Online via MA Secretary of the Commonwealth About the document in Massachusetts: Massachusetts issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of the Commonwealth's Corporations Division. The document confirms your entity is current with annual reports and tax filings. Why Massachusetts businesses need it: Massachusetts businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for biotech and tech industry transactions, banking, real estate, and government contracting. How the Massachusetts process works: Massachusetts standard processing takes 5-7 business days. Expedited service is available. State fee is $25 standard or $50 expedited. Massachusetts specifics: Massachusetts entities must be current with the Department of Revenue (tax filings) AND the Corporations Division for good standing. Both agencies share data. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ma --- ### Michigan (MI) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Portal: https://www.michigan.gov/lara - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), 4-5 business days. Online via Michigan LARA About the document in Michigan: Michigan issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division. The document confirms compliance with annual report filings. Why Michigan businesses need it: Michigan businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for auto industry contracting, manufacturing, banking, and Midwest inter-state work. How the Michigan process works: Michigan processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/mi --- ### Minnesota (MN) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Minnesota Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.state.mn.us - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $15), 10-15 minutes. Online via Minnesota SOS About the document in Minnesota: Minnesota issues Certificates of Good Standing for free through the Secretary of State's website. The certificate confirms your Minnesota entity is current with annual renewal filings. Why Minnesota businesses need it: Minnesota businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for medical device industry contracting, banking, real estate, and inter-state activities. How the Minnesota process works: Minnesota provides certificates instantly online at no state cost. Our $50 service handles ordering and delivery. Minnesota specifics: Minnesota requires annual renewals (free) for entities. Missing renewals result in administrative dissolution and loss of good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/mn --- ### Mississippi (MS) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Mississippi Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.ms.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $25), Immediate. Online via corp.sos.ms.gov About the document in Mississippi: Mississippi issues Certificates of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services Division. The document confirms compliance with annual report requirements. Why Mississippi businesses need it: Mississippi businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for SBA financing, commercial real estate, and inter-state Southern business activities. How the Mississippi process works: Mississippi processing takes 3-5 business days. State fee is $25. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ms --- ### Missouri (MO) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of No Tax Due - Issuing office: Missouri Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.mo.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Missouri LLCs do not file annual reports. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via Missouri SOS About the document in Missouri: Missouri issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Corporations Division. The document confirms your Missouri entity is current with required filings. Why Missouri businesses need it: Missouri businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, real estate, government contracts, and operating in surrounding states. How the Missouri process works: Missouri processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Missouri specifics: Missouri LLCs are not required to file annual reports (one of few states without this requirement). Corporations do file annual registration reports. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/mo --- ### Montana (MT) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Montana Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.mt.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $5), Immediate. Online via Montana SOS About the document in Montana: Montana calls this a Certificate of Existence. The Montana Secretary of State issues it to confirm your entity is properly registered and current with annual reports. Why Montana businesses need it: Montana businesses use Certificates of Existence for ranching/agriculture lending, government contracts, and inter-state Mountain West business activities. How the Montana process works: Montana processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/mt --- ### Nebraska (NE) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Nebraska Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.nebraska.gov/sos/corp/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days Options: - Online PDF: $50 all-in (state fee $6.5), Immediate. Instant PDF via the official Nebraska SOS online portal About the document in Nebraska: Nebraska issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services. The document confirms your Nebraska entity is current. Why Nebraska businesses need it: Nebraska businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for agricultural lending, banking, and inter-state business in the Great Plains. How the Nebraska process works: Nebraska processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ne --- ### Nevada (NV) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Nevada Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.nvsos.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Must be current on annual list of officers/managers and state business license. Options: - Standard: $75 all-in (state fee $50), Same day (online). Download via the Nevada SOS SilverFlume portal About the document in Nevada: Nevada is a popular state for incorporation alongside Delaware and Wyoming. The Nevada Secretary of State issues a Certificate of Good Standing confirming your entity is current with the annual list of officers/managers and business license fees. Why Nevada businesses need it: Nevada businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, asset protection structures, real estate transactions, and foreign qualification. How the Nevada process works: Nevada standard processing takes 1-2 business days. Expedited 24-hour service is available. State fees: $50 standard, $125 expedited. Nevada specifics: Nevada requires an annual list of officers/managers AND a state business license, both must be current for good standing. Nevada's annual fees can be substantial. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nv --- ### New Hampshire (NH) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: New Hampshire Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.nh.gov - Online available: No (mail only) - Validity: 60 days - State notes: New Hampshire has no online Certificate of Good Standing ordering; obtained by mail-in request only. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $5), 7-14 business days (mail request). NH issues the certificate by mail-in request only (no online ordering) About the document in New Hampshire: New Hampshire issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Corporation Division of the Secretary of State. The document confirms your NH entity is current with annual report filings. Why New Hampshire businesses need it: New Hampshire businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, real estate, and operating throughout New England. How the New Hampshire process works: New Hampshire processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is just $5. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nh --- ### New Jersey (NJ) - Official document name: Standing Certificate - Alternate names: Standing Certificate, Certificate of Authority - Issuing office: New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue - Portal: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days - State notes: NJ requires annual reports and tax compliance with Division of Taxation. Options: - Short Form: $75 all-in (state fee $50), Immediate. Online via NJ DORES. Confirms entity is in good standing - Long Form: $125 all-in (state fee $100), Immediate. Detailed certificate with officers and charter info About the document in New Jersey: New Jersey issues a Standing Certificate (Certificate of Good Standing) through the Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. The document confirms your NJ entity is current with annual reports and state taxes. Why New Jersey businesses need it: New Jersey businesses use Standing Certificates for pharmaceutical industry transactions, banking, real estate, and inter-state work throughout the Northeast. How the New Jersey process works: New Jersey standard processing takes 5-7 business days. Expedited service is available. State fee is $25 standard. New Jersey specifics: NJ requires both annual reports AND tax compliance with the Division of Taxation. Both must be current for good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nj --- ### New Mexico (NM) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: New Mexico Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.state.nm.us - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: New Mexico LLCs do not file annual reports. Corporations do. Options: - LLC: $50 all-in (state fee $25), Immediate. Online for LLCs - Corporation: $75 all-in (state fee $50), Immediate. Online for corporations. Higher state fee About the document in New Mexico: New Mexico issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services. The document confirms your NM entity is current with required filings. Why New Mexico businesses need it: New Mexico businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for film industry contracts, banking, and inter-state Southwest business activities. How the New Mexico process works: New Mexico processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $25. New Mexico specifics: New Mexico does not require annual reports for LLCs, making it a popular choice for anonymous LLC structures. Corporations do file annual reports. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nm --- ### New York (NY) - Official document name: Certificate of Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of Status - Issuing office: New York Department of State - Portal: https://www.dos.ny.gov - Online available: No (mail only) - Validity: 60 days - State notes: New York Department of State does not allow online ordering of a Certificate of Status; obtained by mail or fax request only. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $25), 1-2 weeks (mail/fax request). NY does not offer online ordering; requested by mail or fax with credit-card authorization About the document in New York: New York issues a Certificate of Good Standing (sometimes called Certificate of Existence) through the Department of State's Division of Corporations. The document confirms your NY entity is current with biennial reports and franchise tax obligations. Why New York businesses need it: New York businesses frequently need Certificates of Good Standing for Wall Street financing, real estate transactions (NYC especially), media/entertainment contracts, and foreign qualification. How the New York process works: New York standard processing can take 5-10 business days, one of the slower states. Expedited service is highly recommended for urgent needs. State fees: $25 standard, $75 expedited. New York specifics: New York requires biennial reports (every 2 years), not annual. The state also assesses an annual filing fee for LLCs based on income. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ny --- ### North Carolina (NC) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Authorization - Issuing office: North Carolina Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sosnc.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $12), Immediate. Online via NC SOS About the document in North Carolina: North Carolina calls this document a Certificate of Existence. The NC Secretary of State issues it to confirm your entity is properly registered and current with annual report filings. Why North Carolina businesses need it: North Carolina businesses use Certificates of Existence for banking, biotech industry transactions, real estate, and foreign qualification. How the North Carolina process works: North Carolina processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $15. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nc --- ### North Dakota (ND) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of Authority - Issuing office: North Dakota Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.nd.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate. Online via FirstStop portal About the document in North Dakota: North Dakota issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Information Services. The document confirms your ND entity is current with annual reports. Why North Dakota businesses need it: North Dakota businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for oil and gas industry contracts, agricultural lending, and inter-state business. How the North Dakota process works: North Dakota processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/nd --- ### Ohio (OH) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Full Force and Effect, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Ohio Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.ohiosos.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Ohio LLCs and corporations do not file annual reports. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $5), 1-2 business days. Online via cogs.ohiosos.gov - Long Form: $50 all-in (state fee $25), 1-2 business days. Detailed filing history version About the document in Ohio: Ohio issues a Certificate of Good Standing (also called Certificate of Full Force and Effect) through the Secretary of State's Business Services. The document confirms your Ohio entity is in good standing. Why Ohio businesses need it: Ohio businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for manufacturing contracts, banking, healthcare industry work, and inter-state activities. How the Ohio process works: Ohio is fast, most certificates are issued same-day. State fee is just $5. Ohio specifics: Ohio does not require annual reports for LLCs or corporations, making compliance simpler than many states. Entities just need to maintain a valid registered agent. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/oh --- ### Oklahoma (OK) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Oklahoma Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.ok.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate. Online via Oklahoma SOS About the document in Oklahoma: Oklahoma issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Filing Department. The document confirms your OK entity is current with required filings. Why Oklahoma businesses need it: Oklahoma businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for oil and gas industry transactions, banking, and inter-state work. How the Oklahoma process works: Oklahoma processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $20. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ok --- ### Oregon (OR) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Oregon Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.oregon.gov/business/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via Oregon Business Registry About the document in Oregon: Oregon calls this a Certificate of Existence. The Oregon Secretary of State's Corporation Division issues it to confirm your Oregon entity is current with annual reports. Why Oregon businesses need it: Oregon businesses use Certificates of Existence for tech industry contracts, banking, real estate, and inter-state Pacific Northwest business activities. How the Oregon process works: Oregon processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/or --- ### Pennsylvania (PA) - Official document name: Subsistence Certificate - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing, Subsistence Certificate - Issuing office: Pennsylvania Department of State - Portal: https://www.dos.pa.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: Pennsylvania annual report now required as of 2025. Options: - Standard: $65 all-in (state fee $40), Immediate (online). Instant online certificate via PA Business Filing Services (PENN File) About the document in Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania historically called this document a Subsistence Certificate, though "Certificate of Good Standing" is now widely accepted. Issued by the PA Department of State's Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations. Why Pennsylvania businesses need it: Pennsylvania businesses use Subsistence Certificates for steel/manufacturing contracts, banking, healthcare, and inter-state Mid-Atlantic business activities. How the Pennsylvania process works: Pennsylvania standard processing takes 5-7 business days. Expedited service is available. State fee is $40 standard or $100 expedited. Pennsylvania specifics: Pennsylvania historically did NOT require annual reports, but starting in 2025, all PA business entities must file annual reports. This change significantly affects what's needed for good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/pa --- ### Rhode Island (RI) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Legal Existence, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Rhode Island Department of State - Portal: https://www.sos.ri.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 60 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $22), 2 business days. Online via RI Department of State - Nonprofit: $50 all-in (state fee $7), 2 business days. Lower fee for nonprofits About the document in Rhode Island: Rhode Island issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Department of State's Business Services Division. The document confirms your RI entity is current with annual reports. Why Rhode Island businesses need it: Rhode Island businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, healthcare, and operating in adjacent Massachusetts/Connecticut. How the Rhode Island process works: Rhode Island processes certificates in 1-3 business days. State fee is $20. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ri --- ### South Carolina (SC) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: South Carolina Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.sc.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: South Carolina LLCs do not file annual reports. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Online via SC Business Entities Online About the document in South Carolina: South Carolina calls this a Certificate of Existence. The SC Secretary of State issues it to confirm your SC entity is properly registered. Why South Carolina businesses need it: South Carolina businesses use Certificates of Existence for manufacturing contracts (especially auto plants), banking, real estate, and inter-state Southern business activities. How the South Carolina process works: South Carolina processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. South Carolina specifics: South Carolina LLCs are not required to file annual reports. Corporations do file annual reports through the Department of Revenue. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/sc --- ### South Dakota (SD) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: South Dakota Secretary of State - Portal: https://sosenterprise.sd.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate (online PDF). Electronic-only filing; instant PDF download via SD SOS About the document in South Dakota: South Dakota issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business Services. The document confirms your SD entity is current with annual reports. Why South Dakota businesses need it: South Dakota businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking (SD is a major credit card industry state), trust company business, and inter-state work. How the South Dakota process works: South Dakota processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $15. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/sd --- ### Tennessee (TN) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Tennessee Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.tn.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days - State notes: TN requires annual reports and franchise tax compliance. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate. Online via TNBEAR portal About the document in Tennessee: Tennessee calls this a Certificate of Existence. The Tennessee Secretary of State's Business Services Division issues it to confirm your Tennessee entity is current with annual reports. Why Tennessee businesses need it: Tennessee businesses use Certificates of Existence for healthcare contracts (Nashville is a major health hub), banking, music industry transactions, and inter-state work. How the Tennessee process works: Tennessee processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $20. Tennessee specifics: Tennessee has both annual report requirements AND franchise tax obligations. Both must be current for good standing. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/tn --- ### Texas (TX) - Official document name: Certificate of Fact - Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of Status, Certificate of Account Status - Issuing office: Texas Secretary of State - Portal: https://direct.sos.state.tx.us - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Texas also issues Certificate of Account Status via Comptroller for tax matters. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $15), Same day (emailed). Ordered via Texas SOSDirect (temporary login); emailed within hours - Long Form: $50 all-in (state fee $25), Same day (emailed). Long-form Certificate of Fact via SOSDirect About the document in Texas: Texas issues a Certificate of Good Standing (also called Certificate of Existence or Certificate of Account Status) through the Secretary of State's SOSDirect portal. For tax-related compliance, the Texas Comptroller issues a separate Certificate of Account Status. Why Texas businesses need it: Texas businesses frequently need Certificates of Good Standing for oil and gas industry transactions, energy sector financing, real estate, banking, and operating in other states. How the Texas process works: Texas SOSDirect processes most requests same-day. State fee is $15. Texas specifics: Texas does not have a state income tax but does require a franchise tax filing with the Comptroller. Some uses (like dissolving) require a Certificate of Account Status from the Comptroller, not just the Secretary of State. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/tx --- ### Utah (UT) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code - Portal: https://corporations.utah.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Short Form: $50 all-in (state fee $12), 3-10 business days. Ordered online via the Utah Business Registration System About the document in Utah: Utah issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Division of Corporations and Commercial Code under the Department of Commerce. The document confirms your Utah entity is current with annual renewals. Why Utah businesses need it: Utah businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for tech industry contracts, banking, and inter-state Mountain West business activities. How the Utah process works: Utah processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $12. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/ut --- ### Vermont (VT) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Vermont Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.vermont.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $25), Immediate. Online via Vermont SOS About the document in Vermont: Vermont issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Corporations Division. The document confirms your Vermont entity is current with annual reports. Why Vermont businesses need it: Vermont businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, real estate, and inter-state New England business activities. How the Vermont process works: Vermont processing takes 3-5 business days. State fee is $25. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/vt --- ### Virginia (VA) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of Fact - Issuing office: Virginia State Corporation Commission - Portal: https://scc.virginia.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Virginia routes business filings through the State Corporation Commission. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $6), Immediate. Online via VA SCC Clerks Information System About the document in Virginia: Virginia issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the State Corporation Commission (SCC), note that Virginia uses the SCC, not the Secretary of State, for business filings. Why Virginia businesses need it: Virginia businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for federal contract bidding (especially DoD and intelligence community work), banking, real estate, and inter-state activities. How the Virginia process works: Virginia is fast, SCC's online portal issues most certificates same-day. State fee is just $6. Virginia specifics: Virginia routes business filings through the State Corporation Commission, not the Secretary of State, a holdover from Virginia's railroad regulation history. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/va --- ### Washington (WA) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Good Standing - Issuing office: Washington Secretary of State - Portal: https://www.sos.wa.gov/corps/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue Options: - Standard (Express PDF): $50 all-in (state fee $20), Immediate (Express PDF). Automated Express PDF Short Form via WA CCFS About the document in Washington: Washington calls this a Certificate of Existence. The Washington Secretary of State's Corporations and Charities Division issues it to confirm your WA entity is current. Why Washington businesses need it: Washington businesses use Certificates of Existence for tech industry contracts (Seattle area), aerospace work, banking, and inter-state Pacific Northwest activities. How the Washington process works: Washington processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $20. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/wa --- ### West Virginia (WV) - Official document name: Certificate of Existence - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence, Certificate of Authority - Issuing office: West Virginia Secretary of State - Portal: https://sos.wv.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: 90 days Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate. Instant online certificate, view and print at your PC via WV SOS About the document in West Virginia: West Virginia issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the Secretary of State's Business and Licensing Division. The document confirms your WV entity is current with annual reports. Why West Virginia businesses need it: West Virginia businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for energy industry contracts, banking, and inter-state Mid-Atlantic business activities. How the West Virginia process works: West Virginia processes certificates in 1-3 business days. State fee is $10. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/wv --- ### Wisconsin (WI) - Official document name: Certificate of Status - Alternate names: Certificate of Status, Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions - Portal: https://www.wdfi.org/corporations/ - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Wisconsin uses Department of Financial Institutions. Options: - Standard: $50 all-in (state fee $10), Immediate (online). Instant online certificate via Wisconsin DFI About the document in Wisconsin: Wisconsin issues a Certificate of Good Standing (also called Certificate of Status) through the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), Division of Corporate and Consumer Services. Why Wisconsin businesses need it: Wisconsin businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for manufacturing contracts, banking, agricultural lending, and inter-state Midwest business activities. How the Wisconsin process works: Wisconsin processes certificates within 1-2 business days. State fee is $10. Wisconsin specifics: Wisconsin uses the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) for business filings, not the Secretary of State, one of only a few states with this structure. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/wi --- ### Wyoming (WY) - Official document name: Certificate of Good Standing - Alternate names: Certificate of Existence - Issuing office: Wyoming Secretary of State - Portal: https://wyobiz.wyo.gov - Online available: Yes - Validity: Date of issue - State notes: Wyoming offers free electronic Certificate of Good Standing. Options: - Online PDF (free): $50 all-in (state fee $0), Immediate. Free instant electronic PDF from the Wyoming SOS About the document in Wyoming: Wyoming is one of the most popular states for LLC formation due to its privacy protections and low fees. The Wyoming Secretary of State issues a Certificate of Good Standing through the WyoBiz portal. Why Wyoming businesses need it: Wyoming businesses use Certificates of Good Standing for banking, asset protection structures, foreign qualification in other states, and inter-state work. How the Wyoming process works: Wyoming is fast, most certificates are issued same-day through WyoBiz. State fee is just $3, one of the lowest in the country. Wyoming specifics: Wyoming pioneered the modern LLC structure and offers strong privacy protections, no requirement to list members on public filings. Annual report fee is $60 plus $0.0002 per dollar of in-state assets. Permalink: https://www.getgoodstanding.com/certificate-of-good-standing/wy ## Contact and operations - Phone (24/7): (239) 526-8733 - Email: support@getgoodstanding.com - Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 to 17:00 Eastern Time - Legal entity: Cryp Solutions LLC (Fort Myers, FL) - Operating jurisdiction: United States - Service is not a law firm. Does not provide legal advice. End of document.