Indiana 26234- Registration of Foreign Corporation Name is a process required for foreign entities to register with the Secretary of State in order to do business in the state of Indiana. It is a requirement for all foreign corporations that want to transact business in the state. The entity must provide a Certificate of Authority from the Secretary of State, which is issued after the business entity has complied with certain requirements. Types of Indiana 26234- Registration of Foreign Corporation Name include: 1. Application for Certificate of Authority: This is the first step of the registration process, which involves filing an application for a Certificate of Authority with the Indiana Secretary of State. The application must include the business’s name, registered agent, and other business information. 2. Certificate of Good Standing: After the Certificate of Authority is issued, the business must obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of State in order to prove that it is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. 3. Annual Report: The business must file an annual report with the Secretary of State to maintain its status as an active business entity. The report must include updated information about the business’s name, registered agent, and other business information. 4. Franchise Tax: All foreign corporations must pay an annual franchise tax to the Indiana Department of Revenue. 5. Amendments: If the business needs to make changes to its Certificate of Authority, it must file an amendment with the Secretary of State.