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Certificate of good standing

Official proof your LLC is in good standing. Ready when you need it.

A state-issued document confirming your LLC is registered, compliant, and legally authorized to operate. BizUp requests it for you and delivers it to your dashboard.

  • Official document, issued by your state
  • Most arrive in 1 to 3 business days
  • Delivered directly to your BizUp dashboard
  • On demand with Protect Plus
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  • Official state-issued document
  • Most arrive in 1 to 3 business days
  • Expert service and support

Why you need a certificate of good standing

Banks ask for it. Lenders ask for it. Partners ask for it. Have it ready.

Banking and financing

Most banks and lenders require a certificate of good standing before approving a business loan, line of credit, or new business bank account.

Business expansion

Required for foreign qualification when you register your LLC to do business in a state other than where you formed.

Partnerships and investors

Confirms your LLC is legally recognized, compliant, and authorized to operate. Shows partners and investors your business is in order.

Government contracts

Often required as part of the registration and bid process for government contracts.

License and permit renewals

Many states and licensing bodies require proof of good standing when renewing a business license or permit.

Peace of mind

Confirms in writing that your LLC has no outstanding filings, fees, or compliance issues with the state.

What's included

Request it any time. We handle the state.

On-demand requests

Request a certificate of good standing from your dashboard any time you need one. No limit on how many you can request with Protect Plus.

Standing check before filing

Before submitting, BizUp confirms your LLC is in good standing. If anything is outstanding, we tell you so you can resolve it first.

Official state filing

We submit your request directly to your state. No state portal logins required.

Dashboard delivery

Your official certificate is stored in your BizUp dashboard as soon as the state issues it. Accessible any time you need it.

Expert support at every step

Have a question? Ask Astra for an instant answer or connect with a specialist anytime.

Certificate of good standing pricing

Included with Protect. On demand with Protect Plus.

On a Protect plan

Protect

1 per yearincluded with Protect

One certificate of good standing included per year. Request it from your dashboard whenever you need it.

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On a Protect Plus plan

Protect Plus

On demandno limit

Certificates of good standing on demand. Request as many as you need, any time, from your dashboard. Also includes business amendments and operating agreement updates.

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  • State processing fees vary by state and are charged at cost. BizUp does not mark them up.

Customer stories

Trusted by small business owners.

“BizUp is my trusted partner for my LLC compliance needs. I store all my LLC compliance documents in my dashboard. The mobile app gives me convenient one-click access.”
Ruchi T.

“I used BizUpUSA to set up my LLC, and the whole process was surprisingly smooth. The website was easy to follow, and I always knew what step I was on.”
Sam G.

“I set up a new corporation in minutes and got the compliance issues I have had in the past taken care of as well. Great site; easy to maneuver and easy to complete.”
Jim K.

“The service. Their founder got personally involved to ensure my needs were met. The app was smooth. Cheaper than other platforms I used previously.”
Viswanath E.

How it works

Request it from your dashboard. We do the rest.

  1. Request from your dashboard

    Submit your request and answer a few short questions. No state portal logins. No forms to track down.

  2. We confirm you are in good standing

    Before submitting, BizUp checks whether any filing or fee is outstanding. If something needs to be resolved first, we tell you.

  3. Your certificate is ready

    Once confirmed, we submit the request to the state and deliver the official certificate to your BizUp dashboard. Most arrive in 1 to 3 business days.

Meet Astra

Not sure if you need one or what to do with it? Ask Astra.

Your AI copilot, on call around the clock.

Astra is your AI copilot. Ask whether a certificate applies to your situation, what to do if you are not in good standing, or how to send one to your bank. Get an instant answer, any time.

  • Answer any question, instantly
  • Retrieve and complete documents on demand
  • Proactive deadline alerts
  • Recommend next actions for your business
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Certificate of Good Standing Frequently Asked Questions

What is a certificate of good standing?

An official document issued by your formation state confirming that your LLC is registered, compliant with its annual filing requirements, and legally authorized to operate.

When do I need one?

Common situations include opening a business bank account, applying for a loan or line of credit, registering to do business in another state, bidding on government contracts, and renewing business licenses or permits.

How long does it take?

Most certificates arrive within 1 to 3 business days. Processing time varies by state. BizUp keeps you updated on the status of your request.

What if my LLC is not in good standing?

BizUp checks before submitting your request. If anything is outstanding, such as a missed filing or an unpaid state fee, we will let you know so you can resolve it first.

Is a certificate of good standing included in my plan?

Protect includes one certificate per year. Protect Plus includes on-demand certificates with no limit on how many you can request.

Can BizUp request the certificate on my behalf?

Yes. BizUp handles the entire request with your state. You do not need to log into any state portal or track down any forms. The official certificate is delivered to your dashboard.

Everything your LLC needs, in one place.

BizUp gives you everything you need to start and grow your business - all in one platform.

Annual report

Annual report filing

Keep your LLC in good standing. BizUp files your annual report with the state before the deadline. Included with Protect.

Registered agent

Registered agent

A real address in your state that accepts legal and government mail for your business. Included with Protect.

Compliance monitoring

Compliance monitoring

Track deadlines, requirements, and obligations. Get alerted before anything lapses. Included with Protect.

Business amendment

Business amendment

Your LLC details change. We handle the state filing when they do. Included with Protect Plus.

Operating agreement

Operating agreement updates

Keep your operating agreement current as your business grows. Included with Protect Plus.

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Need a certificate of good standing? We handle it.

Request it from your dashboard. BizUp confirms your standing, files with the state, and delivers the official document to you.

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