Business Registration Manual
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Exceptions
- Activities Not Considered "Transacting Business" in North Carolina An entity may not have to file an application for Certificate of Authority if they qualify for one or more exceptions for filing.
Requirements for Registration
- If the entity does not qualify for an exception, the business entity must complete and submit one executed original application for a Certificate of Authority, specific to its entity type, to the North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State Business Registration Division.
Requirements for Registration
- Documents are submitted to the Secretary of State's Office electronically, by mail or courier, and at the Secretary of State's Office.
Preparing and Submitting the Documents
- North Carolina law may require the company to register with other agencies in North Carolina.
Maintaining Registration
- Each entity has statutory requirements in order to keep the company current and active on the records of the Secretary of State's Office.