Delaware Certificate of Good Standing

Q: How do I get a certificate of good standing in Delaware?

Contact the Delaware Division of Corporations at (302) 739-3073 or visit https://corp.delaware.gov/. Request a certificate of good standing online through the eCorp portal at https://icis.corp.delaware.gov/eCorp/, by mail to 401 Federal Street, Suite 4, Dover, DE 19901, or by phone. The Division issues certificates confirming your entity is current on all annual tax obligations.

What You Need to Know

Eligibility Requirements

Your Delaware entity must be in good standing to receive a certificate. Good standing means you've paid the annual $300 tax payment by June 1 each year (6 Del. C. § 18-1108). Delaware requires no annual report—only the tax payment. If you miss the June 1 deadline, a $200 penalty plus 1.5% monthly interest accrues immediately with no grace period. After three consecutive years of unpaid taxes, your Certificate of Formation is automatically canceled (6 Del. C. § 18-1108).

How to Request

Submit your request through the Division's eCorp system for fastest processing (typically 1-2 business days). Provide your business name and Delaware file number from your Certificate of Formation. You can also mail your request or call the Division directly. A filing fee applies for the certificate.

If You've Lost Good Standing

File a Certificate of Revival with the Division of Corporations and pay all delinquent taxes plus penalties to restore your status. This reinstatement process reactivates your entity and returns it to good standing eligibility.

Next Steps

Verify your status using the free business search at https://icis.corp.delaware.gov/Ecorp/EntitySearch/NameSearch.aspx.
Ensure compliance by confirming your annual $300 tax payment was submitted by June 1 of the current year.
Submit your request online, by mail, or by phone to the Division of Corporations.
Pay the certificate fee and allow processing time.

A certificate of good standing confirms your entity exists and is current with Delaware filings. It does not address federal tax status or compliance with other jurisdictions.

Contact: Delaware Division of Corporations | (302) 739-3073 | https://corp.delaware.gov/

This is general information, not legal advice.