If you formed your LLC in New York and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Status” from the New York Secretary of State.
The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the New York Secretary of State is $25.00.
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 New York LLC.
A New York Certificate of Good Standing, also known as a Certificate of Status or Certificate of Existence, is an official document issued by the New York Secretary of State that shows the LLC complies with all the necessary filing requirements. The certificate will include important information such as the name and address of your LLC, its formation date, and whether it is in good standing or has been dissolved.
Here are the steps to obtain a New York Certificate of Good Standing:
Step 1. Visit the New York Secretary of State website and log in or create an account.
Step 2. Select “Request for Certificate of Good Standing” under the Business Filings section.
Step 3. Enter your LLC’s name and number, as well as the address where you want the certificate sent.
Step 4. Pay the $25 fee.
Step 5. Submit your request and wait for it to be processed.
Once your New York Certificate of Good Standing has been issued, you will receive an email notification with instructions on how to access and print your certificate.
A New York LLC is considered to be in “good standing” if it is up to date on all filing requirements, such as the annual report and any required state taxes. If a New York LLC falls behind on its filings or fails to pay its taxes, then it may be deemed “not in good standing” and its Certificate of Good Standing application may be rejected.
If your New York LLC has lost its status as “in good standing”, then you will need to take the following steps to restore it:
1. File any late reports or taxes with the New York Secretary of State.
2. Pay any applicable penalties and fees.
3. Submit a new Certificate of Good Standing application and pay the $25 fee.
4. Wait for the New York Secretary of State to process your request, which can take up to five business days.
Once your New York Certificate of Good Standing is issued, you will be able to use it for any purpose that requires proof of good standing for your New York LLC.
The New York Secretary of State typically takes up to five business days to process Certificate applications.
Yes, you can request expedited processing for New York Certificates of Good Standing for an additional fee.
Yes, you can request and pay for a New York Certificate of Good Standing online through the New York Secretary of State website.
The New York Secretary of State charges a fee of $25.00 for each certificate requested.
Yes, lenders and insurers may require you to provide a New York Certificate of Good Standing as proof that your LLC is in good standing with the New York Secretary of State.
You will need to include your New York LLC’s name and number, as well as the address where you would like the certificate sent. No other documents are required.
You can view your New York LLC’s current status by checking with the New York Secretary of State website or by contacting their office for more information.