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A Virginia business entity search allows you to look up official company details through the Virginia Secretary of State database. You can find information like the entity name, type (e.g., LLC or corporation), business filing date, registered agent name, and current status. This also helps verify the business’ legal standing.
Before filing a new entity, use a business search to avoid name duplication, filing rejections, or delays due to existing or non-compliant entities.
A thorough company search protects your legal standing and ensures brand clarity.
Checking the state of a business also helps confirm the accuracy of registered agent and business filing details.
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When using a Virginia business entity search, you'll often come across common structures like LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorship, and partnerships. Each entity type has different legal and tax implications. The Virginia LLC search is especially popular for finding limited liability companies. A thorough company search helps you compare business types listed in the Virginia business entity database.
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Use the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Business Entity Search at cis.scc.virginia.gov. Search by entity name or SCC ID.
Corporation: $100–$1,700 based on authorized shares.
LLC: $50.
Official fee schedule
Yes. You can reserve a name for 120 days for $10.
Name reservation info
Active: Business is in good standing and authorized to transact in Virginia.
Inactive: Indicates dissolution, revocation, or non-compliance.
Listed under Registered Agent Information in the SCC business entity details.
Annual Report:
Due: Due annually by the end of the registration anniversary month (e.g., March 15 → Due March 31). Filing opens 3 months prior.
