Oregon Certified Copies

What are certified copies?

Oregon certified copies are a true and correct copy of business filings, which can obtained from the Oregon Secretary of State - Corporations Division. Articles of incorporation are the most commonly certified document. Articles of amendment or annual reports may also be certified.

The Oregon Secretary of State - Corporations Division issues certified copies with an endorsement, stamp, or certificate. Certified copies are sometimes required to secure a bank loan, apply for a certificate of authority, and obtain business licenses.

What documents can be certified?

You can typically have most corporate filings certified, including:

• Articles of formation
• Articles of amendment
• Certificate of authority
• Mergers
• Annual filings, such as annual reports
• Fictitious name or DBA registration
• Dissolution and withdrawals

Where can I obtain Oregon certified copies?

Only the Oregon Secretary of State - Corporations Division can issue Oregon certified copies. It is possible to obtain certified copies yourself using the contact information below. When you use our service, we will obtain your certified copies from the state based on your specific expedite needs, and send them directly to your email.

Oregon Secretary of State - Corporations Division
Phone: 503-986-2200
http://sos.oregon.gov/business/Pages/default.aspx
Email: corporation.division@state.or.us

Do you send me the physical documents?

Yes. We first send you an electronic copy for immediate use, then mail the physical copies to the address you specify.

What are the states fees and expedite options?

We offer the below filing options to choose from when you order. Approximate processing times and applicable fees are listed below including states fees, expedite fees, and other processing fees. Please note that processing times can fluctuate.

• Limited Liability Company: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Limited Liability Company: 1 business day - $120
• Corporation: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Corporation: 1 business day - $120
• Limited Partnership: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Limited Partnership: 1 business day - $120
• Limited Liability Partnership: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Limited Liability Partnership: 1 business day - $120
• Nonprofit Corporation: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Nonprofit Corporation: 1 business day - $120
• Professional Corporation: 1.5 weeks - $15
• Professional Corporation: 1 business day - $120

Applying for a certificate of authority?

If you need certified copies because you are applying for authority to transact business in a new state, let us help you! As part of our Foreign Qualification service, we will obtain your certified copies, certificates of good standing, and your certificate of authority from a new state.