FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

A. A Good Standing Certificate is an official document from the Secretary of State, saying that you are an organization in "Good Standing" with that state. This means you are registered with the Secretary of State, you're fully compliant with all state laws, and you don't have any outstanding debt or taxes. A Certificate of Good Standing is sometimes called a "Certificate of Existence" or "Certificate of Status."e.

A. Banks often want to see a Certificate of Good Standing before they give you a loan. Government agencies might want to see one before giving you a license, or for tax purposes. Most states also require a Certificate of Good Standing if you're registering as a foreign business.e.

A. To get your Certificate of Good standing all you have to do is complete Chapter Group,s online application.e.

A. For most states Chapter Group can obtain your Certificate of good standing with 24hrs after you complete the online application. Some states can take up to 10 business days, you can speak with a account executive to determine your states turnaround time.e.

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• Your company must be registered as a legal entity with the Secretary of State(Corporation, LLP or LLC)
• Your company cannot be in default or suspended as defined by the state
• Your company must have filed all required annual reports required by the Secretary of State
• Your company must have paid all required state taxes and fees