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What is a Virginia business entity search?

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.

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Why you should check business records before filing

  • 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.

Step-by-step guide to conduct a Virginia company lookup

Step 1

Visit the Virginia Business Lookup on Palm

Step 3

Find the business by Name or Entity Number

Step 5

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Step 2

Enter the Business Name or Entity Number

Step 4

Review Business Status

Step 1

Visit the [State] Business Lookup on Palm

Step 2

Enter the Business Name or Entity Number

Step 3

Find the business by Name or Entity Number

Step 4

Review Business Status

Step 5

Use Palm to fix expired due dates and monitoring

Common business types in Virginia

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.

Limited liability company (LLC)

Corporation (c corp, s corp)

Limited liability partnership (LLP)

Sole proprietorship

How palm helps with business searches

Real-time access to public records

Entity monitoring and name alerts

One-click filings for formation, reports, and amendments

How do I check if a business is registered in Virginia?

Use the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Business Entity Search at cis.scc.virginia.gov. Search by entity name or SCC ID.

What is the filing fee for an LLC in Virginia?

Can I reserve a business name in Virginia?

Yes. You can reserve a name for 120 days for $10.
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What does ‘active’ or ‘inactive’ status mean?

  • Active: Business is in good standing and authorized to transact in Virginia.

  • Inactive: Indicates dissolution, revocation, or non-compliance.

Where do I find the registered agent name for a company?

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.