New Hampshire Certified Copies

What are certified copies?

New Hampshire certified copies are a true and correct copy of business filings, which can obtained from the New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division. Articles of incorporation are the most commonly certified document. Articles of amendment or annual reports may also be certified.

The New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division issues certified copies with an endorsement, stamp, or certificate. Certified copies are sometimes required to secure a bank loan, apply for a certificate of authority, and obtain business licenses.

What documents can be certified?

You can typically have most corporate filings certified, including:

• Articles of formation
• Articles of amendment
• Certificate of authority
• Mergers
• Annual filings, such as annual reports
• Fictitious name or DBA registration
• Dissolution and withdrawals

Where can I obtain New Hampshire certified copies?

Only the New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division can issue New Hampshire certified copies. It is possible to obtain certified copies yourself using the contact information below.

New Hampshire Secretary of State - Corporations Division

Physical Address:
State House Annex, Room 317, 25 Capitol Street, 3rd Floor
Concord, NH 3301


Mailing Address:
N.H. Department of State - Corporations Division, 107 North Main Street
Concord, NH 03301-4989

Phone: 603-271-3246

Website: https://sos.nh.gov/corporation-ucc-securities/corporation/corporation-ucc-and-securities/
Name Search: https://quickstart.sos.nh.gov/online/BusinessInquire
Forms: https://sos.nh.gov/corporation-ucc-securities/corporation/forms-and-fees/
Online Filing: https://quickstart.sos.nh.gov/online/Account/LandingPage
Email: corporate@sos.nh.gov