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.
Determine if you are a foreign or domestic business entity. A domestic entity is one that is being created for the first time in Georgia. A foreign entity is one that already exists outside of the State of Georgia - whether that is another country or simply another U.S. 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.
In Georgia, a foreign entity is a corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership that was initially formed in another state.
What does administrative dissolution mean? It means the corporation or limited liability company was “administratively dissolved” by the Secretary of State in ance with Georgia law. Upon dissolution, an entity may no longer carry on any business other than to wind up and liquidate its business and affairs.
You can register a foreign LLC online or by mail. Applications can be expedited for additional fees. Each registration method has different processing times and expedite options. Register online – Application for certificate of authority is electronically generated.
Business owners or entities in Georgia who wish to change their current legal structure or type of entity may need a certificate of conversion. This may include individuals or companies who want to convert from one type of business entity to another, such as from a corporation to a limited liability company.