How to file

Click the form name to file online or download the PDF to file by mail, in person, or to submit a paper filing online.

You will need to create an account or log into Business.CT.gov to file a form online or submit a paper filing online. Fees for online filing and submitting a paper filing online can be paid securely using Mastercard, Visa, Discover, or Amex.

For filings submitted by postal mail or in person, please make checks payable to: Secretary of the State.

Visit the Secretary of the State’s Business Services page to learn more about how to file, get expedited service, or for contact information.

If you need other forms, please visit our Forms and Fees page.

Fax or Email Cover Sheets: As of January 2022, we no longer offer fax or email cover sheets. Businesses can file paper forms by logging into Business.CT.gov and selecting Submit Paper Filing under the Business Center on the left side.

Copies: You can request copies of documents on record: corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, and statutory trusts.

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Copies and certificates forms and fees

Note: Expedited service is not available for long-form certificates or certificates of no record. 

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Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions about certificates and copies forms and fees, please submit a ticket here to get help.