Does Tennessee require original signatures on corporate filings?
No. Tennessee will accept legible copies of documents to be filed (such as .pdfs).
What is the correct way to complete an amended certificate of authorization form to reflect a name change?
In section 1 of the form there are two blank lines. The former name of the entity is inserted on the first blank line. The new name is inserted on the second blank line.
Is a tax clearance required to file a merger or conversion?
No.
Who is authorized to sign a corporate or LLC document in TN?
Any authorized person.
I need to file my annual report but do not have the state issued form. How do I obtain one?
These forms are not available on the TN SOS website. We can request a pre-printed blank form from the TN SOS and send it to you via email.
Certifications
My TN good standing reflects a payment of more than $20. Why was it so expensive?
We order many different good standings simultaneously using one company check. The payment amount reflects the amount paid for all good standings in that batch.
Does Tennessee offer a long form good standing?
No. Tennessee has discontinued issuance of long form good standings.
UCC
What special language is required in Tennessee for all UCC filings?
The face page of every filed UCC-1 must include the statement "The maximum principal indebtedness for Tennessee recording tax purposes is $___.__." A tax is paid to the SOS based on 11.5 cents per $100 with the first $2000 being exempt. Call us to help you calculate the tax.
Dept. of Revenue
Can you obtain a tax clearance for withdrawal/reinstatement/good standing?
No. Tax clearances must be requested by a representative of the company in question. Contact the Dept. of Revenue at 615-741-8999.
