Secretary of State Registration Requirement
Secretary of State Registration
Ensure your business meets Minnesota’s legal requirements to operate before contracting with 亚洲无码.
Last updated: May 20, 2025
Background
In Minnesota, most businesses must register with the Secretary of State to legally operate. Even if exempt from registration, other licenses, permits, or registrations may be required, and organizations must still comply with tax, zoning, and industry rules.
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Common Exemptions
Sole proprietors and general partnerships operating under the full legal names of the owners are typically exempt from filing a business name. For example, “John Smith Painting” may be exempt, while “Smith Painting” would require registration.
Step-by-Step Process
Check Status or Register Online
Use the Business Services Portal to search existing records or start registration.
How to Register Your Business
Review the Secretary of State’s step-by-step guidance for your entity type.
Exceptions to Registration
Sole proprietors and general partnerships operating under full legal names of the owners are generally exempt from filing a business name. If operating under an assumed name, registration is required.
Foreign Business Qualification
Out-of-state entities must obtain a Certificate of Authority under Minn. Stat. § 303.03 before transacting business in Minnesota.
Registered Agent Requirements
- An individual Minnesota resident with a physical MN address; or
- A business authorized in Minnesota with a physical office.
The registered agent receives legal notices on behalf of the entity.
Secretary of State Resources
Contact
- Phone
- 651-296-2803 (Metro)
1-877-551-6767 (Greater MN) - business.services@state.mn.us
- Office Hours
- 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., by appointment
Quick Links
Corporations
Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)
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- Procurement on MinnState.edu
- Policy 5.14 – Contracts & Procurements
- Procedure 5.14.2 – Consultant & Income Contracts