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Watchlists Screenings
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FAQ
What is SOS verification?
SOS verification ensures that a business is legally registered and recognized by the Secretary of State (SOS). It validates key information, such as business name, registration status, and compliance with state regulations. This helps prevent fraud and builds trust in business relationships.
What information is needed for SOS verification?
To verify a business, you typically need:
- Business name
- Registered address
- BEIN or TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number)
- State of incorporation
Can I verify a foreign business with a U.S. SOS?
U.S. SOS databases only verify businesses registered within their jurisdiction. For foreign businesses operating in the U.S., you may check for 'Foreign Qualification' filings, which show registration in a state other than the business's home country.
What is an Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO), and how is this information verified?
A UBO is an individual who owns or controls at least 25% of a business. Verification includes cross-checking government registers, legal filings, and other public records to confirm ownership details and assess associated risks.
What is the enhanced due diligence procedure in UAE?
If a business is missing from SOS records, it might:
- Be registered under a different name (DBA or trade name).
- Have outdated or incorrect details.
- Not be legally registered in the state.
- Next steps include verifying with other states, consulting business owners, or checking federal databases like the IRS.
How frequently is SOS data updated in the database?
SOS databases are updated regularly, though the frequency varies by state. Signzy ensures near real-time updates by syncing with these data sources frequently to maintain accuracy.
How long does it take to complete an SOS verification?
Most SOS verifications are instant when conducted electronically. Manual verification or retrieving documents may take up to a few business days, depending on the state's processing time.
How does SOS verification help meet KYB requirements?
SOS verification ensures that businesses are legitimate, active, and compliant with local laws. This helps fulfill KYB, AML (Anti-Money Laundering), and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) requirements, reducing the risk of partnering with fraudulent entities.
Is the data collected during verification secure?
Yes. Signzy employs industry-leading encryption, secure APIs, and strict access controls to protect sensitive business data. Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations ensures user data remains secure.
Which states' Secretary of State data is available through Signzy?
Signzy provides access to business registry data from the following Secretary of State sources:
- Alabama secretary of state business search
- Alaska secretary of state business search
- Arizona secretary of state business search
- Arkansas secretary of state business search
- California secretary of state business search
- Colorado secretary of state business search
- Connecticut secretary of state business search
- Delaware secretary of state business search
- District of Columbia secretary of state business search
- Florida secretary of state business search
- Georgia secretary of state business search
- Hawaii secretary of state business search
- Idaho secretary of state business search
- Illinois secretary of state business search
- Indiana secretary of state business search
- Iowa secretary of state business search
- Kansas secretary of state business search
- Kentucky secretary of state business search
- Louisiana secretary of state business search
- Maine secretary of state business search
- Maryland secretary of state business search
- Massachusetts secretary of state business search
- Michigan secretary of state business search
- Minnesota secretary of state business search
- Mississippi secretary of state business search
- Missouri secretary of state business search
- Montana secretary of state business search
- Nebraska secretary of state business search
- Nevada secretary of state business search
- New Hampshire secretary of state business search
- New Jersey secretary of state business search
- New Mexico secretary of state business search
- New York secretary of state business search
- North Carolina secretary of state business search
- North Dakota secretary of state business search
- Ohio secretary of state business search
- Oklahoma secretary of state business search
- Oregon secretary of state business search
- Pennsylvania secretary of state business search
- Rhode Island secretary of state business search
- South Carolina secretary of state business search
- South Dakota secretary of state business search
- Tennessee secretary of state business search
- Texas secretary of state business search
- Utah secretary of state business search
- Vermont secretary of state business search
- Virginia secretary of state business search
- Washington secretary of state business search
- West Virginia secretary of state business search
- Wisconsin secretary of state business search
- Wyoming secretary of state business search