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This document outlines the requirements for foreign professional corporations to qualify to conduct intrastate business in California, including filing instructions, fees, and additional resources.

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How to fill out Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation

1. Obtain the Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation form from the appropriate state or regulatory agency.
2. Fill out the company name exactly as it appears on the incorporation documents.
3. Provide the state's jurisdiction where the corporation was originally formed.
4. Include the principal office address and any additional addresses for the corporation.
5. Designate an agent for service of process within the state.
6. Specify the type of business the foreign corporation intends to conduct in the state.
7. Include a statement confirming that the foreign corporation is authorized to do business in its home jurisdiction.
8. Sign and date the form where indicated, ensuring it is signed by an authorized officer of the corporation.
9. Submit the completed form along with any required fees to the appropriate state agency.

Who needs Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

1. Foreign corporations that wish to conduct business in a state other than their state of incorporation.
2. Companies registered in one state looking to expand their operations or establish a presence in another state.
3. Organizations that need to comply with state regulations to legally operate within a new jurisdiction.

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What is a statement and designation by foreign corporation?

The Secretary of State will require a foreign corporation to fill out a form, commonly called the "Foreign Corporation Certificate" or the "Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation." This form will ask for the name of the corporation, the state of incorporation, the address of the principal office in the state

How often do you renew statement of Information?

Every corporation and limited liability company is required to file a Statement of Information either every year or every two years as applicable. The Secretary of State sends a reminder to the business entity approximately three months prior to the date its filing is due.

How often is LLC Statement of Information due?

What is a statement of information? A statement of information is an annual or biennial (every two years) report that corporations and LLCs are required to file with California's Secretary of State using the California statement of information form LLC-12.

What happens if a statement of Information is not filed?

Failure to file the required Statement of Information with the Secretary of State as outlined in statute may result in penalties being assessed by the Franchise Tax Board and suspension or forfeiture.

How long is a statement of Information good for?

Every California and registered foreign limited liability company must file a Statement of Information with the California Secretary of State, within 90 days of registering with the California Secretary of State, and every two years thereafter during a specific 6-month filing period based on the original registration

Do I need to file a statement of information every year?

Conversely, a foreign corporation is incorporated in one state (or country) but transacts business in another. If our Texas business starts operations in Florida, it's considered a foreign corporation in Florida.

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What is Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

It is a legal document filed by a foreign corporation intending to conduct business in a state, formally registering its presence and designating an agent for service of process.

Who is required to file Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

Any foreign corporation that wishes to conduct business within a particular state is required to file this document.

How to fill out Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

To fill out the form, provide the corporation's name, the state of incorporation, the principal office address, the name and address of the registered agent, and any other required information as specified by the state.

What is the purpose of Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

The purpose is to provide the state with essential information about the foreign corporation and to authorize it to legally conduct business within the state.

What information must be reported on Statement and Designation by Foreign Corporation?

The report must include the corporation's name, date of incorporation, state of incorporation, principal office address, registered agent's name and address, and any other information required by the state.