How to Set Up a Corporation in NY

New York corporation search by Find-a-Company

July 7, 2025 by Michael S. Greene

Locate data about a New York Corporation by doing a search on the New York Secretary of State search page. The Secretary of State of New York is the primary custodian of important state records such as business registrations. A new Corporation needs to be registered with the New York Secretary of State.

Another responsibility of the New York Secretary of State is the dissolution of businesses that are no longer active.

Here's where I go to get the latest link to find a Corporation in New York: New York Secretary of State

When you find the Corporation, several pieces of information are typically available.

  • Recorded Name
  • Registration Number
  • Status of Corporation
  • Address in New York
  • Corporation Registered Agent
  • Registered Agent Mailing Address
  • Telephone

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New York Resources

  1. New York Secretary of State
  2. Set Up a Business in New York
  3. New York Business License Lookup

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