A Nebraska certificate of good standing confirms that a limited liability company (LLC) or corporation was founded lawfully and is being properly maintained.
We will explore the qualifications for good standing and how to get a certificate of good standing in Nebraska in our Certificate of Good Standing Nebraska guide.
Table of Contents
How Do I Obtain a Nebraska Certificate of Good Standing?
You may get your Nebraska certificate of good standing from the Secretary of State.
There are two major processes involved in obtaining your certificate of good standing:
1. Maintain your LLC’s compliance
2. Request a certificate of good standing.
What exactly is a good standing certificate? A certificate of good standing is a state document that confirms your company was created lawfully and has been properly maintained.
Step 1: Ensure that your Nebraska business is in compliance.
To be eligible for a Nebraska certificate of good standing, your company must meet the following state compliance requirements:
Permits and Licenses
To run a company in Nebraska, you must adhere to federal, state, and municipal licensing requirements. Regulations such as health permits and construction permits are examples of this.
The State of Nebraska website has further information on state licensing requirements.
State levies
Depending on your company activity, you may be required to register for several types of Nebraska state tax. Sales tax, withholding tax, and Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax are all examples of this.
Annual Reports
Nebraska LLCs must file a biennial report, and Nebraska corporations must file an occupation tax report every two years. These reports summarize your company’s finances and verify basic information such as its principal office address and registered agent.
Every two years, the report is filed with the Secretary of State, either online or by mail. The filing fee for an LLC is $10, and the fee for a corporation starts at $26.
Step 2: Request a Nebraska Certificate of Good Standing.
Once your company is in good standing with the state, you can apply to the Secretary of State for a Nebraska certificate of good standing. This is something that can be done online.
Is a Certificate of Good Standing Required in Nebraska?
While you don’t always need a Certificate of Good Standing to run a business in Nebraska, there are a few times when you might. These are some examples:
Purchasing commercial insurance
Applying for commercial loans
Establishing a business checking account
Getting a business license in another state
