District of Columbia certificate of good standing

District of Columbia's proof that your company exists and is up to date with the state. Banks, lenders and other states ask for it. It's ordered from the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (Corporations Division) online for $50.

District of Columbia details

State fee: $50
How it's ordered: Online
What it's called: Certificate of Good Standing request
We get it for you: $99 + state fee

Where it's ordered. Last checked October 2026. Fees are set by the state and confirmed again before we file.

Get my certificate for me

$99 + state fee, for any company.

Questions

What is a certificate of good standing?

A document from the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (Corporations Division) saying your company is registered and has filed its reports and paid its fees. Some states call it a certificate of existence, status or fact.

Who asks for one?

Banks opening an account or making a loan, another state when you register there, and buyers or investors checking the company.

How recent does it need to be?

It shows your status on the day it's issued, so whoever asks for it usually wants a recent one. Ask them how recent.

What if my company isn't in good standing?

District of Columbia won't issue the certificate until the missed reports and fees are filed. We can do that with reinstatement, $199 + state fees and penalties.