The Virginia State Corporation Commission allows you to search and access information on Business Registration and Annual Reporting. The Virginia Department of Business Assistance provides a walkthrough of necessary forms and functions needed to start a business.  In order to register a new corporation, visit Business Entity Formation Instructions and One Stop Registration. You may search Uniform Commercial Code filings or login to file UCC documents online through the Secretary of State.

Corporations: The Corporation Commission & 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)

Ÿ         Virginia Business One Stop Registration

Ÿ         Business Entity Formation Instructions

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. (Forms & Fees)

Ÿ         UCC Searches Online

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

Ÿ         Trademark/Service Marks Search

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Ÿ         Search Business Entities & Filings