How to Set Up an Entity in CA

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When starting an Entity in California, it needs to be registered with the California Secretary of State. The California Secretary of State handles records and business registrations. You can find out about an Entity in California at the California Secretary of State search page.

The California Secretary of State also handles dissolution.


Go over to the California Secretary of State to start your search.

After finding the Entity you are after, you can see data about it. Usually, information such as the following is available.

  • Entity Name
  • Number
  • Current Standing
  • Address in California
  • Registered Agent for Entity
  • Agent Contact Address
  • Phone Contact Number

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