Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth

Sep 24, 2026

Access the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth here.

The Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth is a state agency responsible for overseeing elections, securities regulation, and corporate filings in the state of Massachusetts. They work to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations to protect the integrity of elections and financial markets.

Agency Accounts

Massachusetts Secretary of State Registration Account

Access your online account via Corporations Division - Secretary of State.

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

  • Secretary of the Commonwealth Customer ID (CID)
  • Registration Date : Date that your business registered with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth.
  • Secretary of the Commonwealth PIN : The PIN is provided by the Secretary of the Commonwealth and is required to file annual reports online.

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth:

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