A Certificate of Good Standing, sometimes referred to as a Certificate of Existence or Certificate of Authorization, is a document issued by a state government that confirms a company or organization is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. It certifies that the company is legally registered with the state and is current on all of its obligations, such as filing taxes, paying fees, and filing reports. The Certificate of Good Standing is typically issued by a Secretary of State or other state government office, and is used to prove the legitimacy of a business or organization in order to conduct business outside its home state. There are two types of Certificates of Good Standing: Domestic and Foreign. A Domestic Certificate of Good Standing is issued for companies that are incorporated within the state in which the certificate is requested. A Foreign Certificate of Good Standing is issued for companies that are incorporated outside the state in which the certificate is requested.