Learn how to do an Alabama business entity search on the Alabama Secretary of State’s website.
Alabama Business Entity Search
A Alabama business entity search will help you find the LLC closest to you or determine if the business name that you would like to use for your LLC is already taken. Although the process can seem complicated, there are a few steps you can take to make it simpler.
Alabama LLC Name Search & Name Reservation
To form an LLC within Alabama, you first need to check the availability of the name you want to use with a name search. Although most states don’t require it, Alabama is one exception. Online registration is easier and usually takes less time. You can apply online for instant approval, which costs $28. It will cost $10 to get approval within one week and $25 to approve it in three days if you send it in the mail.
When naming an LLC, there are some rules you need to follow.
- Your company name must begin with LLC or L.L.C.
- Any form of corporation or incorporated entity cannot be used
- It must be distinct from other company names (differences between grammar and designators are not allowed).
Online Name Reservation
Go to the Alabama Secretary Of State website to get the process underway. It is easy to navigate the site. Follow these steps to get started:
- Click on Name Reservation Menu
- Click on Name Reservation
- Click on Non-Subscriber
- Complete the required information and click Continue
- Make sure to include LLC at end of company name in the New Name Reservation Space
- Type of reservation – Domestic
- Type of entity – LLC
- Reserve Your Name Only by Clicking Here
- A requestor is an individual
Once you have completed the above steps, you will need to agree to these terms and pay $28 for your fee. You should get approval within a few hours of submission. You will then need to select the registered agent of the LLC and file the certificate de formation.
Alabama Restricted Industries
If you are looking to open a business in Alabama, there are some requirements you must consider. You cannot use any bank-related terms in your name without the approval of the Alabama State Banking Department. If you wish to use your Alabama Department of Insurance as an insurer or insurance company, you must get approval from them. If your company wishes to use the term engineer or engineering in its name, they must prove that you have been licensed by the Alabama Board of Engineers & Land Surveyors.
If you are applying for any professional title, you will need to show proof that you have a valid license. These include, but are not limited to, doctor, veterinarian, and attorney.
Alabama Business Entity Search: Corporation, LLC, Partner
The Alabama Secretary of State database can be searched by anyone. It includes limited liability corporations, restricted partnerships and limited liabilities partnerships. Also, there are limited liability limited partnerships , corporations , professional associations, and corporations .
If you wish to dig deeper into the entity, you can access more information once you receive the results. You have a few options to make your search easier.
Search by Name
If you’re looking for Alabama business names, this quick link can be used. You can enhance the search by entering additional information such as entity type, city of principal address, place of formation, status, or other pertinent information. You can access more information about the business by clicking on the result, including its type, address, ID number and formation date.
Search by Entity number (6 Digits).
Alabama’s 6-digit entity numbers are assigned to each business that is registered. These numbers are given once the business has been formed and registered. This search will return only the one business with the appropriate entity number.
Search by Incorporator, Agent or Officer
This method allows you to search for a company by entering the name and first names of individuals connected to it. You can refine your search by knowing the type of officer and the place of incorporation.
Jeff Beckley is a business expert, journalist, book author, and founder of the website Best Inc Services. Jeff can be reached at, info@bestincservices.com
