A certificate of good standing from North Dakota validates that a limited liability company (LLC) or corporation was founded lawfully and has been properly maintained.
We will explore the qualifications for good standing and how to get a certificate of good standing in North Dakota in our Certificate of Good Standing North Dakota guide.
How Do I Obtain a North Dakota Certificate of Good Standing?
You may get your North Dakota 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 North Dakota business is in compliance.
To be eligible for a North Dakota certificate of good standing, your company must meet the following state compliance requirements:
Permits and Licenses
To run a company in North Dakota, you must adhere to federal, state, and municipal licensing requirements. Regulations such as health permits and construction permits are examples of this.
The North Dakota New Business Registration page provides further information on state licensing requirements.
State levies
Depending on your company activity, you may be required to register for several types of North Dakota state tax. Sales tax, withholding tax, and Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax are all examples of this.
Reports on a Year
All North Dakota companies and LLCs are required to submit an annual report. This report confirms the company’s fundamental facts, such as its primary office location and registered agent.
The report is submitted with the Secretary of State online. Each year, LLC annual reports are due by November 15, and corporation annual reports are due by August 1. The filing cost for an LLC is $50 and for a corporation is $25.
Step 2: Request a North Dakota Certificate of Good Standing.
Once your company is in good standing with the state, you may apply to the Secretary of State for a North Dakota certificate of good standing. This may be accomplished through mail, email, fax, or phone.
Is a Certificate of Good Standing Required in North Dakota?
While you don’t always need a certificate of good standing to manage a company in North Dakota, there are a few situations when you could. These are some examples:
Purchasing commercial insurance
Applying for commercial loans
Establishing a business checking account
Getting a business license in another state
