In Georgia, a foreign entity is a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership that was initially formed in another state.
To cancel or withdraw an entity's registration in Georgia, file an Application for Withdrawal of Certificate of Authority with the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division (SOS). There is one form for all entities, so indicate which type of entity the application is for.
A foreign entity that ceases its operations in Georgia should file an "Application for Withdrawal" pursuant to O.C.G.A. §§ 14-2-1520 (profit corporation), 14-3-1520 (nonprofit corporation), 14-8-50 (LLP), 14-9-906 (LP and LLLP), or 14-11-707 (LLC).
How to Dissolve a Georgia LLC Hold a meeting with other LLC members to approve dissolution ing to the LLC's operating agreement. File a Certificate of Termination with the Georgia Secretary of State, either online or by mail. Settle any outstanding debts and obligations, and distribute remaining assets to members.
To cancel or withdraw an entity's registration in Georgia, file an Application for Withdrawal of Certificate of Authority with the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division (SOS). There is one form for all entities, so indicate which type of entity the application is for.
A corporation that has issued shares and commenced business may dissolve by filing a Notice of Intent to Dissolve pursuant to O.C.G.A. 14-2-1403 and Articles of Dissolution pursuant to O.C.G.A. 14-2-1408. Form CD 410 and CD 412 may be used for this purpose.
Since Georgia doesn't require LLCs to list their members on the Articles of Organization or Annual Registration, you typically won't need to inform the state when your LLC changes owners. However you will need to update your LLC operating agreement and change your responsible party with the IRS.
How to Remove Yourself from an LLC Determine if the Articles of Organization specify a process that must be followed to remove yourself as a member. Complete the steps listed in the Articles of Organization. Provide written notification to the LLC of your intent to remove yourself.
A resigning member will receive no compensation upon withdrawal. The member's interests will transfer to someone else. The member can sell their interests in the company (typically giving remaining members first right of refusal before offering them to someone outside of the LLC).