At a glance
| Official name | Certificate of Status |
|---|---|
| Fee | $25 (+$25 / $75 / $150 for 24-hour, same-day or 2-hour service) |
| Online | See how to order below |
| Issued by | New York Department of State — Division of Corporations |
| Order page | Official page |
How to order
Request in writing by mail, hand delivery or email — not available online or by phone.
Have your LLC’s exact name or state filing number ready. Banks and other states often want a certificate issued within the last few weeks, so order it shortly before you need it.
Staying in good standing in New York
- New York biennial statement: Every two years, during the calendar month your Articles of Organization were filed. Don't file early — statements filed before that month don't count. — $9.
- New York LLC publication requirement (one-time): Within 120 days after your Articles of Organization take effect. — $50 + newspaper costs.
- Registered agent: not required in this state, but the state must have a valid address for service. New York registered agent rules.
If you fall behind: None; shown as “past due” in state records. Reinstatement: file the overdue statement online.
Full details: New York annual report guide. Get reminders before each deadline:
All New York LLC fees in one place
Every state fee a New York LLC can run into, from formation to closing. The typical recurring state cost is $4.50 a year ($9 biennial statement every two years (plus a one-time publication requirement)).
| Filing or service | State fee | When |
|---|---|---|
| Articles of Organization | $200 + publication costs + $50 Certificate of Publication | Once, to form the LLC |
| Name reservation (optional) | $20 for 60 days (two 60-day extensions, $20 each) | Before forming, if you want to hold a name |
| New York biennial statement | $9 | Every two years |
| New York LLC publication requirement (one-time) | $50 + newspaper costs | Once, after formation |
| Registered agent | Not required | Ongoing |
| Change of registered agent | $30 | When you switch agents |
| Certificate of Status | $25 (+$25 / $75 / $150 for 24-hour, same-day or 2-hour service) | When a bank, lender or another state asks |
| Certificate of Assumed Name | $25 (no county fee for LLCs) | Only if you trade under another name |
| Articles of Dissolution | $60 | Once, to close the LLC |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a certificate of good standing in New York?
Request in writing by mail, hand delivery or email — not available online or by phone. New York calls it a “Certificate of Status”.
How much is a New York certificate of good standing?
$25 (+$25 / $75 / $150 for 24-hour, same-day or 2-hour service), per the New York Department of State — Division of Corporations.
How long does it take?
It isn’t instant — allow processing time, or pay for expedited service where the state offers it.
Why can’t I get a certificate for my New York LLC?
The state only issues one if the LLC is current. The usual cause is a missed new york biennial statement (Every two years, during the calendar month your Articles of Organization were filed. Don't file early — statements filed before that month don't count.) or unpaid fees. Late consequence: No late fee, but the LLC shows as 'past due' in state records and on certificates of status, which can block some business transactions. You can still file late online.
Is it the same as a certificate of existence?
For most purposes, yes — states use different names for the document confirming an entity exists and is current. Some states also offer a longer version listing filing history.
Your LLC setup checklist
- Get a free EINFrom the IRS, in minutes online.
- Open a business bank accountKeep LLC money apart from yours to protect the liability shield.
- Sign an operating agreementSettle who owns and decides what before it matters.
- Get business insuranceCover what the LLC itself doesn’t protect.
- Plan your taxesKnow your tax status and federal due dates.
- Track state deadlinesFree reminders before each filing.
Everything in one list: printable LLC compliance checklist · live deadline calendar.