faqs
Common Questions about Pennsylvania Subsistence Certificates
A Subsistence Certificate is an official document issued by the secretary of state that confirms that your entity is authorized to do business in that state. They are often referred to as a “Certificate of Good Standing” or “Certificate of Status”.
A Subsistence Certificate confirms that your entity has paid taxes and submitted an annual report (if required).
Turnaround time for a Pennsylvania Subsistence Certificate is generally the same business day if ordered before 2pm EST.
If you select expedited service, there is a two hour delivery guarantee during normal business hours.
A Pennsylvania Subsistence Certificate $80, which includes our processing fee plus the state fee.
For an additional $25, you can upgrade to expedited processing and receive your Pennsylvania Subsistence Certificate within two hours.
It’s easy! Fill out the order form below and we’ll get to work retrieving your document from the state of Pennsylvania.
The most common reason that businesses need a Subsistence Certificate is because it has been requested by their bank or an investor. They are often requested prior to providing a business loan or financing to ensure the company is legitimate and up to date with all of the legal requirements of the state.