Pennsylvania Certificate Of Good Standing
How to Get a Pennsylvania Certificate of Good Standing
Pennsylvania’s Certificate of Subsistence (also called a certificate of good standing) can be ordered online, by mail, or in person. Online processing costs $40 and is immediate. In person and mail processing costs $40 and takes 7 to 10 days (plus additional time for mailing). Expedited service is available for an additional $70, which cuts the processing time down to two days (don’t forget to factor in additional time for mailed certificates).
You can order
Online:
If you don’t already have a PA Business One-Stop Shop online account, you can register a new one here. Once registered, go to the Business Entity Search page and enter your business name (or entity number) in the search field. Your business information will pop up, and at the top you’ll just click on “Request Certificate.” Choose Subsistence Certificate from the menu, and pay the $40 processing fee. From there you’ll be able to download your certificate and save it or print it at your convenience (a mailed paper copy is available for an added fee).
By Mail:
Requests by mail will be expedited only if paying the additional fee ($70) and requesting expedited service. You will want to provide the business name, payment, return address information, specific request and a daytime phone number for any questions. You can mail your certificate request, with payment, to:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations
P.O. Box 8722
Harrisburg, PA 17105-8722
In Person:
You can hand deliver your certificate request, with payment, to:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations
401 North Street, Room 206
Harrisburg, PA 17120
How much does a Pennsylvania Certificate of Subsistence/Good Standing cost?
Pennsylvania Certificate of Good Standing pricing is as follows:
$40 online processing.
$40 for counter service and normal processing.
$110 (total) for expedited processing.
Is expedited processing available?
Yes. An expedited service fee of $70 is required, in addition to the regular $40 fee. Or just order online and get your certificate right away.
Payment options?
Online filings: Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
Mail or in person filings: Check and money orders, payable to Pennsylvania Department of State
How long does it take the Pennsylvania Department of State to issue a certificate of good standing?
Online processing: immediate.
Normal processing: 7-10 business days, plus additional time for mailing.
Expedited processing: same business day only if received by 1:00 pm, plus additional time for mailing.
How will my certificate be returned to me after I order from the PA Department of State?
Online filings are downloadable immediately. You can request a mailed copy for an additional fee. Mailed and in person filing will be returned to you via mail.
Pennsylvania Department of State Business Services
Additional contact Info:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Corporation Bureau
206 North Office Building
P.O. Box 8722
Harrisburg, PA 17105-8721
Phone: (717) 787-1057 option #5 or (888) 659-9962
Fax: (717)783-2244
Email: [email protected]