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Secretary of state

Business & UCC Services

Whether you’re a new business entity or an existing one seeking our services, we are dedicated to assisting you in navigating the regulatory landscape with efficiency and clarity.

File an
Annual Report

Business
Search

Lien
Filings

Business
Help Center

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a Business

Renew, Amend,
Cancel a Business

Business Services

Start Your Business Montana

Starting a business in Montana involves several key steps. Keep in mind that specific requirements may vary based on your business structure and industry.

The Secretary of State’s Office provides support and resources to help businesses thrive and contribute to the economic vitality of Montana. From initial business filings to ongoing compliance, our team is committed to ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders.

Register a new business or maintain an existing business registration by signing into the online filing portal.

  • Log in with your username and password, or click the login button to create your user profile and sign in.
  • Registering a new business? Start a new business application on the Forms page.
  • Already registered? Search for the business record, then click on the business name.  Go to the Filing Actions button to find the necessary form.

Business Services

Popular Services

Explore our user-friendly online portal, where you can access a range of services, submit filings, and find valuable information to guide you through the business lifecycle. Our knowledgeable staff is also available to address your inquiries and assist you in achieving your business goals.

File Annual Report

Search For A Business

Register A Business

My Records

Verify Certificate

Search For A Trademark

File A Lien

File An Amendment

Four people stand smiling outside the entrance of a brick building with a blue awning that reads Computers Unlimited, proudly representing the business services offered inside. The group is gathered on the sidewalk in front of the storefront.
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Search

Search for and select your business name or folder number.

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step 2

Click

Click File My Annual Report to review your current business information on file.

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Pay

If there are no changes, you will go directly to the payment screen without logging in.

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EZ as 1, 2, 3… Search, Click, Pay. 90% of our businesses filing annual reports make no changes to their information. Montana SOS allows these filings with no changes to previous information to simply search their business, click to enter an expedited portal and pay without having to log in.

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Hear From Our Happy Customers

We foster a business-friendly environment, providing support and resources to help businesses thrive and contribute to the economic vitality of Montana. From initial business filings to ongoing compliance, our team is committed to ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders.

Pam helped me today on the phone and was extremely helpful with my inc papers…I want to reach out and personally let you know how friendly and helpful she was and to tell you how glad I am that she was the one that helped me…shout out to Pam B!!!

Business Services Customer

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“I would like to extend my deepest appreciation for your help today. Please pass this compliment on to your supervisor. You were so accommodating, friendly, knowledgeable, efficient, and within minutes, you emailed the necessary documents needed. You totally relieved my anxiety and frustration of the issue at hand. A big thank you for a great job done!”

Patty Fisher

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“I just wanted to commend Kelley for the great job she did helping me on the phone today. She should be acknowledged for her patience and understanding of working with someone who is not computer savvy. She was so pleasant.  I just wanted you to know what a great person you have working in your office. Kelley thank you for your help!!!”

Business Services Customer

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“I want to thank you for your professionalism and immense patience with me.  It has been tough on small businesses and in particular the tour industry.”

Lily Moore

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Thank you for your thoughtfulness, courtesy and professionalism today to assist me.  Your service, first on phone, and your warm welcome at your office deserves a standing ovation.  I greatly admire everyone that I have met informally and formally that work with the Secretary of State.  Your efforts today will long be remembered.  Bravo!”

Cynthia Tsai

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