Certificate of Good Standing
Understand when you need a Delaware Certificate of Good Standing, how to order one, and what it proves about your business entity's compliance status.
What is a Certificate of Good Standing?
A Certificate of Good Standing (also called a Certificate of Status) is an official document from the Delaware Division of Corporations that confirms your entity is properly formed, current with all state requirements, and authorized to conduct business.
Confirms Legal Existence
Verifies your entity is properly formed and exists under Delaware law
Shows Compliance Status
Proves you're current with franchise taxes and annual requirements
Provides Key Details
Includes entity name, file number, formation date, and registered agent
When Do You Need a Certificate of Good Standing?
Banking & Finance
- • Opening business bank accounts
- • Applying for business loans
- • Setting up merchant accounts
- • Establishing credit lines
Foreign Qualification
- • Registering in other states
- • Obtaining business licenses
- • State tax registrations
- • Professional licensing
Business Transactions
- • Major contract negotiations
- • Real estate purchases
- • Mergers and acquisitions
- • Partnership agreements
Legal Proceedings
- • Court filings and litigation
- • Trademark applications
- • Patent filings
- • Regulatory compliance
Investment & Funding
- • Venture capital funding
- • Private equity transactions
- • Due diligence processes
- • Investment agreements
Government Contracts
- • Federal contract bidding
- • State government contracts
- • Municipal contracts
- • Grant applications
How to Order Your Certificate
Online Ordering (Recommended)
Visit Delaware Division of Corporations
Go to corp.delaware.gov
Search for Your Entity
Enter your entity name or file number
Order Certificate
Select certificate type and pay online
Receive Certificate
Download immediately or receive by mail
Processing Time: Immediate download available, or 2-3 business days by mail
Mail or Phone Ordering
By Mail:
Send written request with payment to:
Delaware Division of Corporations401 Federal Street, Suite 4
Dover, DE 19901
By Phone:
Call (302) 739-3073 with credit card ready
Required Information:
- • Entity name and file number
- • Type of certificate needed
- • Delivery method preference
- • Payment information
Processing Time: 5-7 business days by mail, 2-3 days expedited
Need Help with Delaware Compliance?
Stay in good standing with Delaware requirements. Our team provides administrative compliance support and can help obtain certificates. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney.