Certificate of Status
A Certificate of Status is an official document from a state agency stating that your business is in "Good Standing". We can obtain a Good Standing Certificate in any state.
In California, every limited liability company has to pay an annual tax of $800 to remain in good standing, even if you don’t conduct business. You have until the 15th day of the 4th month after incorporation to pay your first-year tax.
In New York, a Certificate of Status verifies you’re a registered business entity that is up to date on all filings and fees and permitted to do business in the state. You do not have to obtain this certificate to do business in New York or in any state. It is simply used to verify your status to third parties such as banks.
Certificate of Good Standing
A Certificate of Good Standing, signed by a state official, verifies that a corporation or LLC exists in the state and is compliant with formalities. Only the Secretary of State can issue a Certificate of Status in California as the official custodian of business records.
These certificates are not issued for sole proprietorships, partnerships or business names – only for LLCs and corporations. Get a California Certificate to verify your LLC or corporation is legally formed and maintained, indicating your business exists and complies with laws.
Certificate of Incorporation
A certificate of incorporation establishes a business’ legal status to operate in most states. In New York, a Certificate of Status verifies you’re a registered business up-to-date on filings and fees, permitted to do business in-state. You don’t need one to operate in New York or any state – it simply verifies status to third parties.