Business Services


The Department of State Business Services Division maintains Rhode Island’s state business registry. While we record new business formations and ongoing business registration activity, we also provide thoughtful guidance and comprehensive services to those looking to start and maintain a business or non-profit in Rhode Island.


File Online

Use our electronic filing system to quickly file your corporate documents. Review our refund policy.

Search the Corporate
Database

Search active and inactive businesses registered with the RI Department of State. Our Search Guide provides helpful hints to make your search easier.

Learn more about the information held by our office.

Additional Resources

Rhode Island Business Data Hub

Explore interactive data on the business landscape across the state

Business Identity Theft

Information and resources to help individuals and businesses avoid – or report – business identity theft.

Trademarks and Service Marks

Search our database of trademarks and service marks or learn how to register a new mark.

UCC

Search or submit a Uniform Commercial Code filing.

 

RI Business Assistant

Create a free, personalized checklist for your new or growing business or non-profit.

Apostilles

Learn how to request legalization of a public or private document destined for use internationally.

One-Day Marriage Officiant Certification

Apply for authority to help a friend or family member say “I do!”

Virtual Office Hours

Make a free, virtual appointment to meet with our team about reinstating, closing, or starting a business or non-profit.

 

Training Calendar

Business Services offers free workshops, summits, and other educational opportunities on a range of topics for small businesses and non-profit organizations.

Click here to view the event calendar and sign up today!

Business Services News

Sign up for our email list to make sure you always stay up to date with the latest free trainings, filing reminders and business/non-profit development resources from the Business Services Division. You don’t need to have an existing business or non-profit to sign up. We want to support you at every stage of your journey! Join our email list

Visit Business Services

CONTACT US

Mon - Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm

148 W. River St., Providence, RI

401-222-3040

[email protected]



PARKING: Free visitor parking. Use bell tower entrance.

DISCLAIMER

The Rhode Island Department of State/Business Services Division cannot provide you with legal advice or legal referrals. If you are seeking answers to legal questions you will need to find a private attorney. For information on choosing and working with a lawyer, you may wish to visit the Rhode Island Bar Association .

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