California Secretary of State

Oct 30, 2025

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The California Secretary of State is a state agency responsible for overseeing elections, business registrations, and various official documents in the state of California. They play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with state laws and regulations, as well as providing resources and information to the public.

Agency Accounts

California Secretary of State Registration Account

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The California Secretary of State Registration Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • SOS Entity ID
  • Registration Date : Date that your business registered with the California Secretary of State.

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the California Secretary of State:

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