Following the steps outlined in this guide to obtain your DC Certificate of Good Standing, you can confidently embark on various business endeavors, from securing financing and opening back accounts to expanding to other states.
How do I look up a business license in DC? Online via the Business License Verification system; By telephone at (202) 442 4311(Maximum of 3 requests per call). In order to verify a BBL, the following information is required: Business Name; Tax Number (if available).
Step 1. Make Sure Your Washington D.C. Business is Compliant. To qualify for a Washington D.C. certificate of good standing, your business must stay up-to-date with district compliance requirements: Licenses & Permits.
To register as self-employed in DC, you must first obtain a business license from the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs. Once you have obtained your business license, you will need to register with the DC Office of Tax and Revenue.
In order to keep your entity in good standing with the Corporation Division, a report must be filed within the first year of registration by April 1st and every two years thereafter.
Again, this is dependent on the state where the business is located, but most letters of good standing are valid for 60–90 days. Not all businesses need to have a certificate of good standing.
How do I find out if my business is in Good Standing DC? You can find information on any corporation or business entity in the District of Columbia or another state by performing a search on the Secretary of State website of the state or territory where that corporation is registered.
How do I find information about a business? List of Tools to Find Company Information. Google News, Corporate Information, AeroLeads – Find Company Information, LinkedIn, Reuters, GlassDoor.
A clean hands certificate is required with any application for a license or permit in the District of Columbia, including a basic business license.
To get a copy of your Basic Business License, a Duplicate Request Form must be completed by an authorized person or officer of your organization. The associated fee is $6.60.
A UBI is a 16-digit number issued by Washington State Business License Services. The State requires businesses that meet a certain threshold to register the business and apply for a UBI.
Once you confirm the availability of your business name and secure it, you can choose to apply for a trademark for your business.