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Secretary of State
Brad Raffensperger

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The Office of the Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger

The Georgia Secretary of State oversees voting, tracks annual corporate filings, grants professional licenses, and oversees the state's securities' market.
- SOS Office Homepage
  Secretary Brad Raffensperger and his staff are honored to serve the citizens of Georgia.
- About Secretary Raffensperger
  Get to know Georgia's Secretary of State.
- Staff Directory
  View our staff directory and contact information.
- Employment & Internships
  Apply for a job/internship at our office.
- Proof of Citizenship
  Documents that serve as acceptable proof of citizenship in the state of Georgia.
- Open Records Requests
  All Georgia public records are available for inspection and copying unless they are specifically exempted from disclosure under the law.
MORE RESOURCES
Business
Georgia Corporations Division

Corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships in Georgia are formed by filing with the Corporations Division. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities which do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division.
- The Corporations Division
  The Corporations Division of the Georgia Secretary of State
- Search for a Business
  Search for a Georgia registered business entity
- Create a Domestic Entity
  How To Create a Domestic Entity in Georgia
- Business FAQs
  Browse Business FAQs
- Complete Annual Registration
  How To Complete Annual Registration
- Register a Foreign Entity
  How to Register a Foreign Entity in Georgia
- Filing Fees
  Filing Fees and Expedited Processing of Document Filings
- Online Services
  Conveniently Complete Many Filings Online
MORE RESOURCES
Charities
Georgia Charities Division

The Charities division enforces the laws regulating charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and solicitor agents.
- Charities Division
  Charities information for the State of Georgia
- Charities How-To Guide
  How to start, register, renew, amend, reinstate, or withdraw a charity in Georgia
- About the Division
  Learn about the Charities Division
- Contact Us
  Contact the Charities Division
- File a Complaint
  File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals
- FAQ
  Frequently asked questions about Charities
- Verify Permit
  Verify a Charitable Org
- Subscribe To Updates
  Subscribe to update notifications from the Charities Division
MORE RESOURCES
Elections
Georgia Elections Division

Proud to be of service to Georgia’s voters and candidates, the Elections Division of the Secretary of State’s Office organizes and oversees all election activity, including voter registration, municipal, state, county, and federal elections.
- Elections Division
  The Georgia Elections Division - Landing Page
- Election Results
  Results for recent and historical elections in Georgia
- How and Where to Vote
  Voting methods and where to find your polling location
- Register to Vote
  Eligible Georgians can register to vote online
- Check Voter Registration
  Check your voter registration information
- Election Details and Calendar
  Election & Registration Timelines
- Order Voter Lists
  Request and Order Voter Registration Lists and Files
MORE RESOURCES
Securities
Georgia Securities Division

The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State is charged with the implementation and enforcement of the Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008.
- Securities Division
  The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State
- About the Division
  Get to know the Georgia Securities Division
- Cemeteries
  The Board of Cemeterians licenses and regulates cemeteries
- FAQs
  Frequently asked questions regarding Securities
- File Online
  Securities Offering Upload Form
- File a Complaint
  Submit a complaint to the Securities Division
- Securities Forms
  Forms related to Georgia Securities Division
- She Leads
  The financial literacy program aimed at empowering Georgians to optimally manage their finances and build financial success.
- Subscribe To Updates
  Subscribe to update notifications from the Securities Division
MORE RESOURCES
Licensing
Georgia Professional Licensing Boards Division

The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office provides administrative support to the 42 licensing boards housed with our agency.
- Licensing Division
  The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office
- About the Division
  Learn about the Georgia Licensing Division
- Apply for a License
  Submit an online license application
- File a Complaint
  File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals
- Renew License/Change Address
  Renew your license
- Licensee Search
  Search for a licensee
- Subscribe to Updates
  Receive licensing updates and notifications
- Active Licenses
  Summary of active licenses by Board
- Georgia Licensing Boards
  List of Georgia Licensing Boards
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SOS Office
The Office of the Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger

The Georgia Secretary of State oversees voting, tracks annual corporate filings, grants professional licenses, and oversees the state's securities' market.
- SOS Office Homepage
  Secretary Brad Raffensperger and his staff are honored to serve the citizens of Georgia.
- About Secretary Raffensperger
  Get to know Georgia's Secretary of State.
- Staff Directory
  View our staff directory and contact information.
- Employment & Internships
  Apply for a job/internship at our office.
- Proof of Citizenship
  Documents that serve as acceptable proof of citizenship in the state of Georgia.
- Open Records Requests
  All Georgia public records are available for inspection and copying unless they are specifically exempted from disclosure under the law.
MORE RESOURCES
Business
Georgia Corporations Division

Corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships in Georgia are formed by filing with the Corporations Division. Some foreign (out-of-state) entities which do business in Georgia also must file with the Corporations Division.
- The Corporations Division
  The Corporations Division of the Georgia Secretary of State
- Search for a Business
  Search for a Georgia registered business entity
- Create a Domestic Entity
  How To Create a Domestic Entity in Georgia
- Business FAQs
  Browse Business FAQs
- Complete Annual Registration
  How To Complete Annual Registration
- Register a Foreign Entity
  How to Register a Foreign Entity in Georgia
- Filing Fees
  Filing Fees and Expedited Processing of Document Filings
- Online Services
  Conveniently Complete Many Filings Online
MORE RESOURCES
Charities
Georgia Charities Division

The Charities division enforces the laws regulating charitable organizations, paid solicitors, and solicitor agents.
- Charities Division
  Charities information for the State of Georgia
- Charities How-To Guide
  How to start, register, renew, amend, reinstate, or withdraw a charity in Georgia
- About the Division
  Learn about the Charities Division
- Contact Us
  Contact the Charities Division
- File a Complaint
  File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals
- FAQ
  Frequently asked questions about Charities
- Verify Permit
  Verify a Charitable Org
- Subscribe To Updates
  Subscribe to update notifications from the Charities Division
MORE RESOURCES
Elections
Georgia Elections Division

Proud to be of service to Georgia’s voters and candidates, the Elections Division of the Secretary of State’s Office organizes and oversees all election activity, including voter registration, municipal, state, county, and federal elections.
- Elections Division
  The Georgia Elections Division - Landing Page
- Election Results
  Results for recent and historical elections in Georgia
- How and Where to Vote
  Voting methods and where to find your polling location
- Register to Vote
  Eligible Georgians can register to vote online
- Check Voter Registration
  Check your voter registration information
- Election Details and Calendar
  Election & Registration Timelines
- Order Voter Lists
  Request and Order Voter Registration Lists and Files
MORE RESOURCES
Securities
Georgia Securities Division

The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State is charged with the implementation and enforcement of the Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008.
- Securities Division
  The Securities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State
- About the Division
  Get to know the Georgia Securities Division
- Cemeteries
  The Board of Cemeterians licenses and regulates cemeteries
- FAQs
  Frequently asked questions regarding Securities
- File Online
  Securities Offering Upload Form
- File a Complaint
  Submit a complaint to the Securities Division
- Securities Forms
  Forms related to Georgia Securities Division
- She Leads
  The financial literacy program aimed at empowering Georgians to optimally manage their finances and build financial success.
- Subscribe To Updates
  Subscribe to update notifications from the Securities Division
MORE RESOURCES
Licensing
Georgia Professional Licensing Boards Division

The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office provides administrative support to the 42 licensing boards housed with our agency.
- Licensing Division
  The Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office
- About the Division
  Learn about the Georgia Licensing Division
- Apply for a License
  Submit an online license application
- File a Complaint
  File a complaint regarding licensed or unlicensed individuals
- Renew License/Change Address
  Renew your license
- Licensee Search
  Search for a licensee
- Subscribe to Updates
  Receive licensing updates and notifications
- Active Licenses
  Summary of active licenses by Board
- Georgia Licensing Boards
  List of Georgia Licensing Boards
MORE RESOURCES
Search

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