Alabama
Secretary of State

In Alabama, the responsibility for registering corporations falls to the Office of the Secretary of State. The current Secretary of State is Wes Allen, who took office in January 2023. One interesting aspect of incorporating in Alabama is the state’s requirement for businesses to obtain a Certificate of Formation through the county probate office before filing with the Secretary of State. This extra step can be unique compared to other states where businesses can typically register directly with the state agency. Additionally, Alabama offers relatively low business costs and a favorable tax environment, which can be advantageous for companies looking to incorporate.

You can find information on any corporation or business entity in Alabama or another state by performing a search on the Secretary of State website of the state or territory where that corporation is registered, or its equivalent. Use the links below to jump straight to the correct search page for Alabama or find the page for another state. This site is not affiliated with any government entity and there is no charge to use it. Please note that we may earn commissions if you purchase products or services through some of the links below, and that while most states provide basic corporation registration information for free, there are some that may require a fee for more detailed information or reports.