Set Up a Business in New York

New York corporation search by Find-a-Company

The New York Secretary of State is the primary custodian of important state records. You need to register a new Business in New York. If a Business is registered in New York, you can look it up with the New York Secretary of State online search tool.

Another responsibility of the Secretary of State is the dissolution of businesses that are no longer active.


You can find an up-to-date link to the New York Business search page here: New York Secretary of State

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

  • Business Name
  • Corporate Number
  • Company Status
  • Business Address
  • Registered Agent for Business
  • Registered Agent Mailing Address
  • Phone Contact Number

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