A Good Standing Certificate (also called a Certificate of Status) proves that a business entity is legally registered, compliant with filing requirements, and authorized to operate. Whether you need it for a bank loan, a contract, or a government filing, the right form and a flawless submission are essential.
The certificate confirms that the entity is active, has paid all required fees, and is not suspended or dissolved. In California, the Secretary of State issues this document based on the information in the Business Entities Records Request form.
Our fillable PDF mirrors the official California form, so you can complete every field online without printing. Follow the steps in the "How‑To" section below, then submit the form to the Secretary of State office.
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It verifies that a business is active, compliant, and authorized to conduct business. Lenders, partners, and government agencies often require it.
No. The certificate is only issued for entities that are currently active and in good standing.
The fee ranges from $15 to $20 per certificate, depending on the entity type and the number of copies requested.
Usually only the completed request form and the correct fee are required. If there are outstanding filings, the SOS may ask for additional paperwork.
Standard processing is 5‑10 business days after the form and payment are received. Expedited service is available for an additional fee.
Yes. When you submit the form online through the SOS portal, you can choose to receive a PDF version via email.
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