DC Secretary of State Website

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You can find out about a District of Columbia Corporation at the District of Columbia Secretary of State search page. The Secretary of State of District of Columbia is the primary custodian of state records, including Corporation registrations. Businesses must be registered with the District of Columbia Secretary of State.

Another responsibility of the District of Columbia Secretary of State is the dissolution of businesses that are no longer active.


Here's where I go to find the latest link to locate a District of Columbia Corporation: District of Columbia Secretary of State

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

  • Recorded Corporation Name
  • Corporation ID Number
  • Current Registration Status
  • Mailing Address
  • District of Columbia Registered Agent
  • Agent Mailing Address
  • Phone Contact

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