Incorporate an Entity in VA

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A person starting an Entity, needs to register it with the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State of Virginia is the primary custodian of state records, including Entity registrations. If a Virginia Entity is registered, you can look it up with the Virginia Secretary of State online search tool.

The Virginia Secretary of State also handles dissolution.


Here's a site to get the latest link for finding an Entity in Virginia: Virginia Secretary of State

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

  • Registered Name
  • State Registration Number
  • Company Status
  • Entity Location
  • Entity Agent of Service
  • Agent Mailing Address
  • Phone Contact Number

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