Foreign Qualification

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A Foreign Qualification also known as a Certificate of Authority is the process of registering an LLC or corporation to do business in a state outside the state of incorporation. A corporation or LLC is only recognized in its state of incorporation a Foreign Qualification must be completed in each state that a corporation or LLC intend to conduct business. If a company neglects to file the Foreign Qualification it does not have legal standing or authority to transact business within that state. Every state has diferent rules regarding what constitutes transacting business.

Typical criteria include but are not limited to:

  • Does the company has a physical presence in the state.
  • Does the entity have employees working within the state.
  • Does the company conduct banking within state.

Requirements to obtain or a Foreign Qualification / Certificate of Authority:

  • Must file appropriate state document and pay the corresponding state fee.
  • Must obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from state of origin to verify status of business formation.

The first step upon receiving a request to file a Foreign Qualification is to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from the existing state of incorporation. Upon receiving the certificate we will prepare and forward the designated documents to the state where the entity is attempting to obtain authority. Copies of the filed documents will be mailed to the client upon return from the state.

How long does it take to file a Foreign Qualification?

The filing time is dependent on the governing state agency and varies by state.

How much does it cost to file a Foreign Qualification?

The cost depends on the fee to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing and the filing fee that the inbound state assesses. Our service fee to to prepare and file a Foreign Qualification is $149. To review the fee in your state click on the “order now” button and select the state and entity type.

What will I receive when the Foreign Qualification is filed?

The governing state agency will typically return a copy of the filed articles which are then mailed to the client.

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