South Carolina Certificate-Rule 403 is a document used to prove the legal status of a business in the state of South Carolina. It is issued by the South Carolina Secretary of State's office and is usually requested when a business needs to file a lawsuit, obtain a professional license, or apply for a loan. It is also known as a Certificate of Existence, Good Standing Certificate, or Certificate of Authorization. There are two types of South Carolina Certificate-Rule 403: The Standard Certificate and the Long Form Certificate. The Standard Certificate provides basic information such as the business name, date of formation, and filing status. The Long Form Certificate includes additional information such as the names of officers and directors, registered agent information, and a list of filings.