The South Carolina Secretary of State Business Filings Division allows you to search and access information on Business Registration. The South Carolina Business One Stop provides Electronic Filing services and information on Starting a Business.  In order to register a new corporation, visit the New Business Registration Walkthrough. You may search Uniform Commercial Code filings through the Secretary of State.

Corporations: The Business Filings Division & the SC Business One Stop offer Business Registration instructions, forms & fees, and the ability to electronically file certain forms. (Forms & Fees & FAQ's)

Ÿ         How to Start a Business Video

Ÿ         Checklist for New Business Registration

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Operates a filing and retrieval center for UCC financing statements at the state level. You may Access UCC Filings and Searches from here. (UCC Home & FAQ's)

Ÿ         UCC Searches Online

Trademarks: Registers trademarks, service marks & trade names to distinguish goods, services or businesses from those of another.

Ÿ         Trademarks Home

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Ÿ         Search Business Filings