Business Reinstatement · South Carolina

How to reinstate a South Carolina business

South Carolina reinstatement takes about 1–2 weeks. These are the steps, in order.

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How reinstatement works in South Carolina

A business that is not in good standing can often be reinstated quickly, which can revive a deal you would otherwise decline or lose.

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  1. Submit missing tax returns to the Dept. of Revenue to get tax clearance.
  2. File an Application for Reinstatement with the SOS.