If you formed your business in Mississippi and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Good Standing” from the Mississippi Secretary of State.
The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the Mississippi Secretary of State is $25.00. The certificate is available immediately when ordered online.
Providing proof of good standing for an LLC may be required when:
Read this page to learn how to obtain proof of Good Standing for a Mississippi LLC.
A Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing certifies that the LLC was properly formed, is in good standing and has met all filing requirements.
The Mississippi Secretary of State issues a certificate that shows the company’s current status on file and also lets other parties know that your LLC is legitimate and has the right to do business in Mississippi.
The best way to get a Certificate of Good Standing from the Mississippi Secretary of State is online:
Step 1. Go to the Mississippi Secretary of State website and select the “Business Services” tab.
Step 2. Select the “Certificate of Good Standing” link.
Step 3. Enter your Mississippi LLC name and click “Search.”
Step 4. Complete payment for the Certificate of Good Standing.
Step 5. Once your payment has been processed, you will receive an email with a link to download and/or print your Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing.
Step 6. You can also order a Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing by mail at the Mississippi Secretary of State office located at:
Mississippi Secretary of State, PO Box 136, Jackson Mississippi 39205.
Step 7. Once your Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing is issued, it will remain valid for up to 90 days from the date of issuance.
A Mississippi LLC might not be in Good Standing if the Secretary of State has revoked its certificate of authority or if it has failed to pay the annual franchise tax and file annual reports.
If your Mississippi LLC isn’t in Good Standing, you must take steps to resolve any outstanding issues before obtaining a Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of State.
1. File your Mississippi LLC Annual Report and pay the associated filing fee.
2. If necessary, reinstate the LLC’s Certificate of Authority with the Mississippi Secretary of State by paying all fees and penalties due.
3. Once your LLC has been restored to Good Standing, you can apply for a Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing.
Mississippi will typically process an online request for a Certificate of Good Standing within one business day.
Yes, Mississippi offers expedited processing and delivery options.
The fee for a Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing is $25.00.
Mississippi Certificates of Good Standing are valid for up to 90 days from the date of issuance.
You can renew your Mississippi Certificate of Good Standing by filing an updated Mississippi LLC Annual Report and paying the associated fee. This must be done before the certificate expires for it to remain valid.