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Get Form 503 2020-2026
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How to fill out the Form 503 online
Filling out the Form 503 is essential for entities conducting business under an assumed name. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the form online, ensuring compliance and clarity throughout the process.
Follow the steps to accurately complete your Form 503.
- Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the Form 503. This action will allow you to view and edit the document directly.
- In Item 1, enter the assumed name under which your business or professional service will operate. Remember, if the assumed name is the same as your legal name, your application will be rejected.
- In Item 2, provide the legal name of your entity as it appears in official documents filed with the secretary of state.
- For Items 3 and 4, identify the type of entity filing the assumed name and include the file number assigned by the secretary of state, if applicable.
- In Item 5, state the jurisdiction where your entity was formed, be it a state, country, or other jurisdiction.
- In Item 6, enter the principal office address of your entity, ensuring to include the street address, city, state, country, and postal or zip code.
- For Item 7, specify the duration for which the assumed name will be used, checking the appropriate box to indicate whether it is for a maximum of ten years, a specific number of years, or until a certain date.
- In Item 8, indicate the county or counties where the assumed name will be employed. You can check ‘All counties’ or specify exclusions as necessary.
- Sign the document in the execution section, certifying that you are authorized to represent the entity and that all information provided is accurate.
- Finalize your submission by reviewing the completed form for accuracy, then proceed to save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.
Complete your Form 503 online today to ensure your business operates under the correct assumed name!
You can file an assumed name certificate, or Form 503, at your local county clerk's office or online through the Texas Secretary of State's SOSDirect service. Depending on your business structure, you may need to check the specific filing requirements for your county. Be sure to keep a copy of the filed certificate for your records.