How to Set Up a C Corp in NY

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The Secretary of State of New York is the primary custodian of important state records such as business registrations. All companies need to be registered with the local Secretary of State. If a C Corp is registered in New York, you can look it up with the New York Secretary of State website.

Dissolution is also handled by the Secretary of State.


Here's where I go to find the latest link to locate a C Corp: New York Secretary of State

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

  • Recorded C Corp Name
  • Corporate Number
  • Standing
  • Physical Address
  • New York Agent of Service for C Corp
  • Registered Agent Contact Address
  • Phone Contact Number

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