What is a Certificate of Good Standing
A Good Standing Certificate (Also referred to as the Corporate Certificate of Status or Corporate Certificate of Existence) is an official certification from your Secretary of State that you are a legally incorporated or a foreign corporation registered entity and fully compliant with all state laws of incorporation to conduct business within that State.
Requirements to receive a Certificate of Good Standing
Your Company must be legally Incorporated or registered as a Foreign Corporation in the State and must be in compliance with all statutory reporting requirements mandated by the State.
Why do I need a Certificate of Good Standing
In the course of business you may need to prove that your Company is a legal entity registered with the State and in Good Standing.