South Carolina Corporation Foreign Qualification
What is a South Carolina Foreign Corporation?
A foreign South Carolina Corporation is an INC originally formed in another state that registers to do business in South Carolina. The process of registering a foreign Corporation in South Carolina is called foreign qualification. Foreign qualification is used to register a foreign company so that it may transact business in the state of South Carolina. There are a few requirements when filing an application for registration in South Carolina.
How to Register A Foreign Corporation in South Carolina
Foreign Corporation Requirements
- Name
- Incorporation
- Principal Office
- Registered Office
- Officers/Directors
- Shares
Name
The name that matches the corporation name on the Certificate of Good Standing will be listed on the Application by a Foreign Corporation for a Certificate of Authority to Transact Business in the State of South Carolina.
Incorporation
State where the Foreign Corporation was incorporated, the date of conception and the period of duration.
Principal Office
The street address, city, state and zip code of the Principal Office for the Foreign Corporation will be listed, wherever that is.
Registered Office
The street address city and zip code of a Registered Office in South Carolina is mandatory information on the application. A Registered Agent’s name at such address will be listed as well.
Officers/Directors
The name and office of the Principal Officers will be listed with a business address. The Directors names and business address will be listed on the application too.
Shares
Class of shares, a series if any, and the authorized number of each class (and series) is required information from the Foreign Corporation in South Carolina..
South Carolina Foreign Corporation Registration Quick Facts
- Filing Form: Certificate of Authority
- Filing Fee: $135
- Filing Agency: South Carolina Secretary of State
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