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Incorporation Resources Directory - South Carolina

South Carolina

The choice of a business entity is a complex decision that has legal and tax implications for the small business owner.  We highly recommend that you contact your certified public accountant, tax professional and / or an attorney before deciding on your choice of entity.  The material presented here is for information purposes only.

Contact

Secretary of State

Address

P. O. Box 11350

Columbia, SC 29211

Telephone

803-734-2170 

Fax

803-734-1661

Website

http://www.scsos.com/

Business formation in South Carolina

In South Carolina the Division of Business Filings files organizing documents, amendments and all other forms related to the operation of corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships and limited liability partnerships. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships do not have to file with the Division. In addition to these forms, the Division also files all documents related to the Uniform Commercial Code, Business Opportunities and Employment Agencies.  For detailed information on how to conduct business as a Sole Proprietor, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Limited Liability Partnership, S-Corporation, C-Corporation or Limited Liability Company we recommend that you get in touch with this office. 

In addition to getting valuable information on incorporations and the State Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), you will most likely also be able to obtain the forms and fees required by the State to incorporate or form a business entity; how to file a Doing Business As (DBA) certificate, corporate records and other helpful information on conducting your business in the State.  You can reach out to the division directly at (803) 734-2158

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