How to Get a Certificate of Good Standing for an Indiana LLC

If you formed your LLC in Indiana and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Existence” from the Indiana Secretary of state. A Certificate of Existence in Indiana is the same thing as a Certificate of Good Standing in other states, and it’s used for the same purposes. Read this page to learn how to obtain proof of Good Standing for an Indiana LLC.

The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the Indiana Secretary of State is free, or $150 for expedited service. Processing takes up to 5 business days.

Providing proof of good standing for an LLC may be required when:

• Registering an LLC in a state other than the one it was formed in.
• Applying for loans.
• Getting business insurance.
• Opening a business bank account.

What is an Indiana Certificate of Existence?

An Indiana Certificate of Existence is an official certificate issued by the Indiana Secretary of State that confirms a business entity is legally registered with the state. It also verifies that a company has met all requirements to remain in good standing, including filing annual reports and paying required fees.

How to Get a Certificate of Good Standing From the Indiana Secretary of State

The best way to get an Indiana Certificate of Good Standing is online.

Step 1. Visit the Indiana Secretary of State website and follow the “Business Services” link.

Step 2. Click on the “Search for Businesses & Forms” link at the bottom of the page.

Step 3. Search for your LLC by entering its name in the search box and clicking “Search”.

Step 4. Select the “Request Certificate of Existence” option to initiate your request.

Step 5. Enter the requested information and click “Submit”.

Step 6. Pay the required fee, if applicable.

Step 7. Print out or save the certificate for future use.

Once you have obtained a Certificate of Good Standing, it is valid for three years.

Reasons an Indiana LLC Might Fail to Be in Good Standing

If your LLC fails to meet certain requirements, the Indiana Secretary of State might consider it not in good standing. Common reasons for this include:

• Failing to file an annual report.
• Not paying taxes or fees on time.
• Having an expired registration.
• Moving without providing a new address.

Fortunately, it’s usually fairly easy to bring an LLC back into good standing. You can do this by filing any outstanding reports, paying all fees and taxes, and updating your information with the Secretary of State.

How to Restore Good Standing to an LLC in Indiana

If your LLC has lost its good standing in Indiana, you will need to take the following steps:

• File any late reports and pay any outstanding fees.
• Pay all back taxes or penalties that are due.
• Update your contact information with the Secretary of State.
• Request a new Certificate of Good Standing.

Once you have taken these steps, your LLC will be back in good standing with the Indiana Secretary of State and you can continue to operate as normal.