Georgia Business Entity Search
Georgia’s business register is kept by the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division. Here is its official search and how to use it.
We don’t search Georgia’s registry yet
To find a Georgia LLC or corporation, use the official search — it’s the authoritative record.
Open the official Georgia searchGeorgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division · ecorp.sos.ga.gov
How to search it
- Open the official search and choose a search by business or entity name.
- Type a distinctive part of the name; leave out “LLC” or “Inc.” if nothing comes up.
- Open the matching record to see its status, filing history and registered agent, as far as the state publishes them.
You can still check companies on USACIP
USACIP searches companies registered with the SEC, nonprofits in IRS data, federal records, and the state registries we already cover.
The official Georgia record
- Registry
- Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division
- Official search
- ecorp.sos.ga.gov
State business searches generally show a company’s legal name, entity type, status, formation date and registered agent; some also list officers or managers. Exactly what Georgia publishes is on its official record.
Annual reports in Georgia
- Georgia annual registrations are due by April 1 and can be filed from January 1, up to three years in advance.Source: sos.ga.gov
Choosing a name for a new Georgia LLC?
See which similar names are already registered before you file.
Business name search →FAQ
How do I look up a business in Georgia?
Use the official business search of the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division: https://ecorp.sos.ga.gov/BusinessSearch.
Does USACIP search Georgia companies?
Not Georgia’s registry yet. USACIP can still find companies through SEC filings, IRS nonprofit data and federal records. For Georgia filings, use the official Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division search.
Do Georgia companies have to file an annual report?
Georgia annual registrations are due by April 1 and can be filed from January 1, up to three years in advance.
How do I check if a business name is available in Georgia?
Search the name on the official Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division site first: a name already on file there is a sign it may be taken. The state makes the final decision when you file or reserve the name.
State facts on this page were checked on the official sources linked above on October 7, 2026. USACIP is not affiliated with the Georgia Secretary of State, Corporations Division.
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