A Certificate of Status (also known as a Certificate of Good Standing or Certificate of Existence) confirms that a corporation or business entity is legally registered and in good standing under New York State law. While the New York Department of State only accepts requests by mail, fax, or in person, Filing Sage streamlines the process — order online and receive your certificate the same day.
How to Get a Certificate of Status (Good Standing)?
Official Methods via NYS Department of State
- Complete the Certificate of Status request form.
- Submit your request via:
- Mail or hand delivery:
NYS Department of State
Division of Corporations, State Records, and UCC
99 Washington Avenue, 6th Floor
Albany, NY 12231 - Fax (credit/debit card only):
Send with the Credit Card/Debit Card Authorization Form to (518) 473-1654.
- Mail or hand delivery:
💰 Fees
- $25 per certificate
- Accepted payment: Money order, MasterCard, Visa, or American Express
⏱ Processing Times (Optional Expedited Service)
| Service Level | Timeframe | Additional Fee |
| Standard | 7 business days | None |
| 24-hour | 1 business day | $25 |
| Same-day | Same day | $75 |
| 2-hour | Within 2 hours | $150 |
📬 Delivery Options
- Returned via first-class mail
- Overnight delivery available with prepaid label
📞 Contact
- Phone: (518) 473-2492
- Email: corporations@dos.ny.gov
Legal Authority: Executive Law §96 – FindLaw
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If speed and convenience matter, Filing Sage is your fastest path to a Certificate of Status.