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Doing Business Outside Your State

When expanding an entity into a new jurisdiction, you must follow the correct process to legally conduct business within new borders. This process is known as foreign qualification, and it can be a huge undertaking—especially if you're not familiar with the unique requirements of the jurisdiction you're entering.

The consequences of making the wrong decision can be extreme—ranging from monetary penalties for a corporation to jail time for its officers and directors. Rest assured, CSC has you covered.

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Overview

CSC’s 2024 Doing Business Outside Your State is the definitive guide for understanding varying state requirements. We’re offering this fully complementary guide as a trusted resource for all 50 states including the District of Columbia.

By downloading the guide, you’ll also have access to our interactive webpage, providing quick and simple access to the essential information you need to know about doing business outside your state. For each of the 50 states, you’ll be able to see:

An in-depth list of all activities that do not constitute doing business, from engaging in litigation to interstate commerce

A full breakdown of the consequences of doing business without authority