Set Up a Business in LA

Louisiana corporation search by Find-a-Company

If a Business is registered in Louisiana, you can look it up with the Louisiana Secretary of State online search tool. When starting a Business in Louisiana, it needs to be registered with the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State of Louisiana is the primary custodian of state records, including Business registrations.

Another responsibility of the Secretary of State is the dissolution of businesses that are no longer active.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 Business in Louisiana: Louisiana Secretary of State

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

  • Name of Business
  • Business Number in Louisiana
  • Official Status
  • Address
  • Louisiana Registered Agent
  • Registered Agent Contact Address
  • Phone Number

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