Where do you get the certificate of good standing? These certificates are issued on a state-by-state basis through your secretary of state. Most are available online.

Depending on your state, there are several options for obtaining a certificate of good standing. Illinois, for example, only accepts requests online and charges $25.

To obtain a certificate of good standing in Mississippi, you will first need to create an account on the Secretary of State’s website. From there, you can order the document and pay the $27 fee.