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The Ohio Secretary of State Business Services Division allows you to search and access information on Business Registration and Annual Reporting. The Ohio Business Gateway 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 or login to file UCC documents online through the Secretary of State.
Corporations: The Business Services Division & the Ohio Business Gateway offer Business Registration instructions, forms & fees, certificate ordering & validation, and the ability to electronically file certain forms. (Forms & Fees & FAQ's)
New Business Registration Walkthrough
Electronic Filing Services Login
Obtain/Validate a Certificate of Good Standing
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 & Forms & Fees)
Trademarks: Registers trademarks, service marks & trade names to distinguish goods, services or businesses from those of another.
Trademark/Service Marks Home
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