Certificate of Good Standing

Often, banks and those in business with you will want confirmation that not only are you fully compliant, but that you are who you say you are. We can help order your Certificate of Good Standing in your state and take care of it for you.

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You can access and use your Certificate of Good Standing in your account any time, once obtained.

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Official Validation

In today’s world when people question everything, the Certificate of Good Standing puts to rest any doubt that you really formed your entity and remain in compliance.

Banks

Many financial institutions request certified copies of your Certificate of Good Standing to open accounts or provide credit.

Court Filings

Sometimes you need to prove your validity and compliance in court with a Certificate of Good Standing.

Due Diligence

If you are considering a sale or merger, the purchaser may want confirmation of the validity of your company.

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Swyft Filings helped us create our corporation and take care of time-consuming administrative tasks that can distract us from our mission. We are grateful for their commitment to assisting businesses like ours.
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Bill BeverlyCo-Owner, Evolectric
The Swyft Filings team answered all of our questions so promptly and satisfied all the legal documents we needed to get up and running as quickly as possible. It was a huge stress-reliever, and we would recommend your services over and over again.
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Kimberly and Caila BrigandiCo-Owners, Gandi Girls Boutique
As small business owners, we often feel insignificant to those outside of our demographic. When a company like Swyft Filings steps up to help small businesses — it makes a huge difference!
Tobe Carberry
Tobe CarberryOwner, Haven4Hoops
Having a partner like Swyft makes that part of starting your business easy and provides a level of comfort in navigating the state and federal filings. So if there are any issues with your filings, Swyft is on top of it and working with you to navigate solutions.
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James AdamsCo-Owner, Pearland House Concerts

Certificate of Good Standing FAQs

Still have questions? Call 877-777-0450 or Live Chat with us for real-time support.

What is a Certificate of Good Standing?

The Certificate of Good Standing is official notification from the government agency that confirms your entity was properly filed and is still in compliance.

Why should I order a Certificate of Good Standing?

There are times when you will need to prove you properly filed and remain in compliance. Sometimes banks require a Certificate of Good Standing. If you are going through a transaction such as a merger, sale, or financing, the other party may want a Certificate of Good Standing as part of their due diligence. Essentially, any time you need to show your business was properly formed and is still in compliance, you will likely need a Certificate of Good Standing.

How much does it cost?

Our fees are the same regardless of the state. Each state, however, charges a fee on top of that and it varies. The state fees range from $10-$75 and may also depend on the length of your document.

How long does it take?

A typical order may take two to three weeks because we must rely upon government entities to mail documents. You may be able to request expedited service at an additional cost.

Certificate of Good Standing Resources

Obtaining a certificate of good standing is critical to proving the validity of your company to financial institutions or other businesses. However, once obtained, there are other steps you can take to manage your business and keep it in good standing. Swyft’s Resource Center offers readers important information for keeping a business on the right track.

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