Alaska Domestic Entity Certificate of Good Standing
A Certificate of Good Standing (Certificate of Compliance) for a domestic Alaska LLC or a domestic Alaska corporation may include the following information:
- Entity name
- Alaska entity number
- Formation or incorporation date
- Confirmation of good standing status
- Verification that all biennial reports have been filed by the entity as of the date the Certificate of Compliance was issued
Alaska Foreign Entity Certificate of Good Standing
An Alaska good standing certificate for a foreign entity is also referred to as a Certificate of Compliance. This document may include the following information:
- Entity name
- Alaska entity number
- Formation or incorporation date
- Confirmation of good standing status
- Confirmation that the entity has filed all biennial reports and fees due as of the date that the Certificate of Compliance was signed
Certificate of Compliance or Certificate of Good Standing
$94 +state fees*
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What is an Alaska Certificate of Compliance (Good Standing)?
An Alaska Certificate of Compliance, also known as an Alaska Certificate of Good Standing, is a state-issued document confirming the active status of a business in the State of Alaska and that the business has fulfilled certain Alaska “good standing” requirements, such as filing biennial reports and paying the required fees.
Other names for this document include “certificate of existence”, “certificate of status”, and “standing certificate”.
The Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, which is part of the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, is responsible for issuing Good Standing Certificates for both domestic and foreign filing entities. In other states, this document is generally issued by the office for the Secretary of State.
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Why is “good standing” important for your Alaska business entity?Being in good standing allows statutory entities (such as LLCs and corporations) that are formed or registered in the State of Alaska to maintain the rights and privileges of doing business as that statutory entity. The consequences of losing good standing can include fines, the inability to file a lawsuit, the inability to do business in other states, and the administrative dissolution of your business.
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When do you need an Alaska Certificate of Compliance (Good Standing)?An Alaska Certificate of Compliance (Good Standing) is required when your business expands to another state (otherwise known as a foreign qualification) and needs to register in that state as a foreign corporation or LLC. In addition, lenders, investors, and vendors often require a Certificate of Good Standing before doing business with a company. You may need to submit a Certificate of Good Standing to obtain licensure. You may also need a Certificate of Good Standing for other business transactions, such as a merger or acquisition.
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How do I obtain an Alaska Certificate of Compliance (Good Standing)?You can order an Alaska Certificate of Good Standing online today from CT Corporation or contact us for additional information.