Obtaining an Indiana Certificate of Existence
The Certificate of Existence form should be submitted to the Indiana Secretary of State at 302 W. Washington St., Room E-018, Indianapolis, IN 46204. You can verify online that your Certificate of Existence has been processed by visiting their website and entering your entity’s name.
Cost of a Certificate of Existence in Indiana
In Indiana, ordering a certificate of existence costs $26 online and $30 by mail.
Indiana LLC Formation
How do I get a certificate of Organization in Indiana? To form an Indiana LLC, you’ll need to file the Articles of Organization with the Indiana Secretary of State Business Services Division, which costs $95-$100. You can apply online or by mail. The Articles of Organization is the legal document that officially creates your Indiana Limited Liability Company.
In Montana, a certificate of existence verifies that your LLC complies with state regulations. The state issues the certificate if you’ve met deadlines and filed reports. You’re not required to get a certificate in Montana, but banks and creditors might request one.