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South Dakota Domestic Entity Certificate of Good Standing

A South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing for a domestic entity includes the following information:

  • LLCs: A South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing for an LLC verifies the LLC’s existence, date of formation, and that the LLC has complied with state requirements.
  • Corporations: A South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing issued for a corporation certifies the existence of the corporation, the incorporation date, and that the corporation has complied with state requirements.

South Dakota Foreign Entity Certificate of Good Standing

A South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing for a foreign entity registered to do business in South Dakota may include the following information:

  • Entity name
  • State of organization (formation state)
  • Qualification date
  • Statement that the entity has complied with state requirements
Secure this document to prove your business exists and remains in compliance with state requirements.

Certificate of Good Standing

$94 +state fees*

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South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing FAQs
  • What is a South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing?

    A South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing is a document confirming that an entity is authorized to do business in the state of South Dakota and that it has maintained compliance with the state’s business requirements, such as filing an annual report. The South Dakota Secretary of State’s office is in charge of issuing South Dakota Certificates of Good Standing.

    In other states, this document may be called a “certificate of existence”, “certificate of authorization”, and “standing certificate”.

  • Why is “good standing” important for your South Dakota business?
    Being in good standing allows a corporation, LLC, or other statutory entity in South Dakota to maintain the rights and privileges of doing business as that statutory entity. Good standing certificates are required when expanding to other states and may be required 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.
  • When do you need a South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing?
    A South Dakota Certificate of 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.
  • How do I obtain a South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing?
    You can order a South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing online today from CT Corporation or contact us for additional information.
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