If you formed your LLC in Missouri and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Good Standing” from the Missouri Secretary of state.
The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the Missouri Secretary of State is $10.00. Processing takes up to 3-5 business days.
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 Missouri LLC.
A Certificate of Good Standing, also known as a certificate of existence or certificate of authorization, is an official document issued by the Missouri Secretary of State that verifies that your LLC is legally registered and in good standing with the state. It confirms the LLC’s formation date, name, location, duration and other vital information about its status.
To obtain a Certificate of Good Standing, you must submit an Application for Certificate of Good Standing to the Missouri Secretary of State’s office.
You can fill out and file the application online or download it from the Missouri Secretary of State’s website and mail it in with your payment.
Once your application is processed and approved,
There are a few reasons why an LLC might not be in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State. They include:
• Not filing annual reports or paying annual fees on time.
• Failing to maintain an updated registered agent address.
• Not having a valid Certificate of Authority to conduct business outside of Missouri.
• Failing to comply with relevant statutes and regulations.
• Dissolving the LLC without filing the proper paperwork.
• Failing to maintain a valid registered agent address.
If your LLC has lost good standing in Missouri, you will need to submit the necessary paperwork and fees to restore it. Depending on the reason why your LLC lost its good standing, this may include filing unpaid annual reports or back taxes, or submitting an amendment or reinstatement form. You can find out which forms are necessary by contacting the Missouri Secretary of State’s office. Once you have completed the necessary paperwork, send it in to the Secretary of State with your filing fee payment and wait for approval.
Processing takes up to 3-5 business days.
Yes, you can submit an Application for a Certificate of Good Standing online via the Missouri Secretary of State’s website.
If your LLC has lost its good standing, you will need to submit the necessary paperwork and fees to restore it. Depending on the reason why your LLC lost its good standing, this may include filing unpaid annual reports or back taxes or submitting an amendment or reinstatement form. You can find out which forms are necessary by contacting the Missouri Secretary of State’s office. Once you have completed the necessary paperwork, send it to the Secretary of State with your filing fee payment and wait for approval.
No, a Certificate of Good Standing is not the same as an LLC operating agreement. A Certificate of Good standing is issued by the Missouri Secretary of State and confirms that your LLC is legally registered and in good standing with the state, while an LLC operating agreement outlines the rights and duties of each member of the LLC.
A Certificate of Existence, also known as a Certificate of Authorization, is an official document issued by the Missouri Secretary of State that verifies that your LLC is legally registered and in good standing with the state. It is similar to a Certificate of Good Standing but more limited in scope.