Welcome to the official website of the Montana Secretary of State’s Office where we are proud to serve our Montana businesses, voters, notaries, and other patrons.
359,000+
Business Registrations
780,000+
Registered Voters
“Whether it’s a Main Street storefront or a small rural shop serving customers nationwide, our entrepreneurs are proving that you can succeed anywhere in Montana.”
Christi Jacobsen, Montana Secretary of State
2026 Annual Report
Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen waived the 2026 Annual Report filing fee for all businesses that file between January 1 and April 15, 2026.
Election & Voter Services
Results and information for Montana elections.
Business & UCC Filings
Business registrations and everything you need to start, maintain, and grow your business in Montana.
Notary Services
Maintaining a Notary Commission, Accessing Montana Notary Statutes and Administrative Rules.
Apostilles & Authentications
Provides state certification for notarized or certified documents that are to be sent to, or used in, a foreign country.
Administrative Rules
Deadlines, emergency rules, rule notices, issues, and more.
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Current news and press releases of the office. For all news and media coverage on the office and Secretary Christi Jacobsen, please visit the Media Center..
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Customer Testimonials
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