To get a certified copy, submit a Request for Copy of Documents form by phone, email, mail, or online to the Secretary of State. The fee is $20. Expedited processing is available.
An obligated member entity in Tennessee provides liability protection and tax exemption. Tennessee taxes most legal entities but excludes obligated member entities.
To write articles of incorporation, provide the corporation name, address, registered agent, duration, and mailing address. The filing fee is $100 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, a new corporation’s organizing document is a charter containing the articles of incorporation filed before operating. Limited liability companies file articles of organization.
Obtaining Certified Copies
Obtaining articles of incorporation involves requesting certified copies from the Secretary of State by phone, mail, online, or visiting in person. Fees and processing times vary by state.
Keeping Important Documents
Keep a copy of your articles of incorporation to help with business operations. Replacing lost articles may require paperwork and fees. Using a service provider can expedite the process.