Corporation, Certificate of Incorporation in New York State

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A new corporation founded in New York State must file a Certificate of Incorporation. This certificate is filed with the NYS Department of State (NYSDOS).

Businesses should consult an attorney to learn about legal structures.

Completed applications, with a fee, must be sent to the NYSDOS. Applicants are encouraged to file online.

Additional resources

Certificate of Incorporation for Domestic Business Corporations

Certificate of Incorporation Professional Service for Domestic Corporations