Check Your Certificate of Good Standing Status Today!

Make sure your business is in good standing with the State of Illinois. Your business may need to get a copy of your certificate to:

• Open a business bank account
• Apply for a business loan
• Seek investments from investors
• Purchase small business insurance
• Register to do business in another state

Keep a current status of Certificate of Good Standing on file to maintain eligibility for grant opportunities offered through the Cook County Small Business Source! No purchase necessary, a screenshot or pdf of the certificate showing the active status of a small business will suffice.

To check the status of your business, go to the Illinois Secretary of State website here.