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Missouri Certificate of Good Standing for a Domestic LLC or Corporation
A Missouri Certificate of Good Standing for a domestic LLC, corporation, or other statutory entity sets forth the following:
- Entity name
- The entity was formed or incorporated under the laws of Missouri
- Formation or incorporation date
- Duration term
- The entity has complied with all requirements of the corporation division of the Missouri Secretary of State
Missouri Certificate of Good Standing for a Foreign LLC or Corporation
A Missouri good standing certificate for a foreign LLC, corporation, or other statutory entity sets for the following:
- Entity name registered in the entity’s home state
- Entity name being used in Missouri
- State of organization (domestic state)
- Foreign qualification date
- The entity has complied with all requirements of the corporation division of the Missouri Secretary of State
Certificate of Compliance or Certificate of Good Standing
$94 +state fees*
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Missouri Certificate of Good Standing FAQs
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What is a Missouri Certificate of Good Standing?
A Missouri Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by the Missouri Secretary of State. It certifies the “good standing” status of a business, which involves compliance with certain state requirements, such as filing annual reports, meeting franchise tax requirements, and maintaining a Missouri registered agent.
In other states, this document may be called a “certificate of existence” or “certificate of status”.
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Why is “good standing” important for your business?Being in good standing allows a corporation, LLC, or other statutory entity in Missouri to maintain the rights and privileges of doing business in the state. A business may need to provide a Certificate of Good Standing when expanding to other states or for financing, business transactions, and licensing. 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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Do I need a Certificate of Good Standing for my LLC or corporation in Missouri?
Companies typically need to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing when expanding to other states as part of the foreign qualification process.
Missouri does not require a Certificate of Good Standing as part of the formation or incorporation process for new businesses.
However, banks, lenders, investors, and vendors may request a Certificate of Good Standing before doing business with a company. You may also need a good standing certificate for licensure or for certain business transactions, such as a merger or acquisition.
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How do I obtain a Missouri Certificate of Good Standing?
A business can only be issued a Missouri Certificate of Good Standing if it has met all state compliance requirements, such as filing the most recent annual report and meeting all franchise tax requirements.
You can order a Certificate of Good Standing online today from CT Corporation or contact us for additional information.
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