The New York Secretary of State Division of Corporations offers a public database of registered businesses. This tool allows you to search for a specific business’s details. Still, since it is based on completed filings, it should not be used to verify real-time business name availability. It’s best to contact the department directly for questions about business name availability.
Steps to Perform a Business Entity Search in New York
1. Access the New York Division of Corporations Business Entity Search
Start by visiting the official search page:
2. Select Your Search Type and Enter Search Criteria
Begin by choosing the search type from the drop-down menu, such as searching by Entity Name.
Next, enter the business name you’re searching for in the New York Division of Corporations database.
Finally, choose the type of business entity (LLC, Corporation, etc.) from the provided list. Once all fields are set, click on “Search The Database” to proceed.
3. Review the Search Results
Your search results will be presented in a table with seven key columns. Once you find the business you’re looking for, click the business name for more details.
Table Columns Include:
- Name
- DOS ID#
- Assumed Name ID #
- Status
- Entity Type
- Date of First Filing
- County
4. Access Detailed Information for the New York Business
Once you select a business, you’ll see more detailed public information about the entity. You can return to your search results or start a new search by selecting the buttons at the top of the page.
Details Provided Include:
- Entity Name
- Foreign Legal Name (if applicable)
- Entity Type
- Date of Initial Filing
- County
- DOS ID#
- Status and Inactive Date
- Filing and Statement Due Dates
In the second part of the page, you can view contact information, including the registered agent and the business’s principal office.
Additional Information Includes:
- Service of Process Name and Address
- Chief Executive Officer’s Name and Address
- Registered Agent’s Details
- Principal Office Address
Click the corresponding tabs for additional business records to view more details, such as the filing or merger history.
Tabs Available:
- Name History
- Filing History
- Merger History
- Assumed Name History
