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All corporations based in New York State must file a Certificate of Incorporation. This certificate is filed with the NYS Department of State (NYSDOS).
Businesses from outside New York State must file for a Certificate of Authority. Click the following link to learn more about this requirement.
Requirements, application steps, and application materials, and fees vary by legal structure. Businesses should consult an attorney to learn about legal structures.