Business Entities | SC Secretary of State The Secretary of State’s Office administers corporate filings for corporations, nonprofit corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships Click to find out more: S C Code of Laws, Title 33- Corporations, Partnerships, and Associations
Searches | SC Secretary of State Looking for Something? As mentioned in the About Us page, the Secretary of State’s Office manages several public databases - from Uniform Commercial Code financing statements to current Suspended Charities Below is a listing of the searches the Secretary of State's Office provides for the public
File and Search Online | SC Secretary of State The Business Entities Online system allows users to file corporate documents online and to search entities on file with the Secretary of State's Office Users may file organizing documents and may file documents for existing entities using this system
Online Filings | SC Secretary of State The Secretary of State's Office offers many of its filings to the public online By using the Business Entities Online system, users may file online to create business entities and make changes to their existing entities, search existing entities and registered agent information, and obtain certified copies of corporate documents and certificates of existence The Uniform Commercial Code
Home | SC Secretary of State Each division of the Secretary of State’s Office provides diverse services and information to the citizens of South Carolina This website is designed to serve as your one-stop portal for accessing general information, completing important tasks online, and providing information specifically related to each division
FAQs About Business Entities | SC Secretary of State For additional guidance, please consult legal counsel 5) What is a CL-1 form and when should I use it? A CL-1 form is a Department of Revenue form filed with the Secretary of State along with the Articles of Incorporation for all business corporations and nonprofit corporations formed as political associations 6) If I file the name of a business entity with the Secretary of State’s Office
Service of Process | SC Secretary of State Service of Process Business entities that file with the Secretary of State's Office must provide registered agent and registered office information for service of process upon the entity
Document Request Online | SC Secretary of State The online system enables users to order a certificate of existence and other documents from home, the office, or on the go providing a quick and efficient means of obtaining documentation needed for time-sensitive matters For more general information on business filings, please visit the Business Entities page