Earlier in the month, we answered the question “What is a Certificate of Incumbency?”  (In case you missed the blog post – click here to read what we had to say.) In this week’s blog, we are covering the “Who?” the “Why?” and the “How?” of Incumbency Certificates.

Who needs a Certificate of Incumbency? Most often our International clients with US businesses are the clients requesting this type of document.

Why do clients request Incumbency Certificates? When entering into financial or other legally binding transactions, a certificate may be requested to prove the named individuals are authorized by the company. The certificate confirms the identity of the corporation’s signing officers or in the case of an LLC, the members and managers of the company. It may also name directors and shareholders and confirm other minute book contents.

How do I obtain a Certificate of Incumbency? Just give us a call or email us.  As the registered agent for your entity, we can prepare the document for you. All you need to do is provide us with copies of your internal documentation, such as meeting minutes from your corporate minute book. If we’re not the Registered Agent, ask us about changing your Registered Agent to Incorporating Services, Ltd.

If you have additional questions or need assistance with obtaining a certificate, give us a call or email us. We’re always happy to help you out in any way we can. Just remember, we can’t give legal or tax advice. You’ll have to contact an attorney or CPA for that.