If you formed your LLC in South Dakota and need to provide proof of your LLC’s good standing, then you’ll need to obtain a “Certificate of Good Standing” from the South Dakota Secretary of State.
The cost of a Certificate of Good Standing from the South Dakota Secretary of State is $20.00.
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 South Dakota LLC.
A South Dakota Subsistence Certificate is a document issued by the South Dakota Secretary of State that confirms that an LLC is in good standing with the state. The document can also sometimes be called a Certificate of Good Standing. It also confirms that all required documents have been filed and any fees paid to keep the LLC in active status.
The best way to get a Certificate of Good Standing from the South Dakota Secretary of State is online:
Step 1. Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State’s website and click on the “LLC” tab.
Step 2. Click on the “Certificate of Good Standing” link to access the online application form.
Step 3. Fill out the online application form with your LLC’s name, its South Dakota registered agent name, and address.
Step 4. Enter your payment information and submit the application form.
Step 5. Pay the $20 fee when prompted to receive an email confirmation with a link to download the Certificate of Good Standing for your South Dakota LLC.
Step 6. Print or save the certificate as proof of good standing in South Dakota.
A South Dakota LLC might fail to be in good standing if it has not paid its South Dakota franchise taxes, failed to stay current on South Dakota Secretary of State filing requirements, or has been administratively dissolved. If your LLC fails to keep up with South Dakota’s legal and financial obligations, then you will need to take steps to get your South Dakota LLC back in good standing before you can obtain a Certificate of Good Standing.
Take the following steps to restore your LLC to good standing:
1. Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State website and click on the “LLC” tab.
2. Select “Restore Good Standing” from the menu on the left side of the page.
3. Enter your South Dakota LLC name in the search field and submit it.
4. Review the information to make sure it is for your South Dakota LLC.
5. Pay all fees associated with restoring good standing to your South Dakota LLC.
6. Submit the application and pay any outstanding South Dakota franchise taxes, filing fees, or other required payments.
7. Once all fees have been paid, you will be able to obtain a South Dakota Certificate of Good Standing.
The South Dakota Secretary of State usually processes certificate requests within five business days.
Yes, most banks in South Dakota require proof of good standing from the South Dakota Secretary of State in order to open a business banking account.
No, all South Dakota LLCs must pay required fees and taxes in order to get a certificate of good standing.
Yes, but you will need to take steps to restore good standing before the South Dakota Secretary of State will issue a certificate.