Do I need to register with the Secretary of State (SOS)?

Registering with the Secretary of State (SOS) in another state, also referred to as foreign qualification (FQ), enables your company to legally pursue growth opportunities across state borders without having to incorporate a new business entity.

Middesk is not able to provide legal advice to its customers on whether their specific business should be registered with the SOS in any given state. Please consult your legal counsel, finance department, or accountant for guidance pertaining to your specific business.

However, while this can vary in some cases - there are a range of certain states or tax agencies that require all business have an SOS registration before they can register for payroll taxes. These states include:

• New Jersey

• New Mexico

• Missouri

• Vermont

Occasionally, there will be other states that can require an SOS registration/FQ on a case by case basis, determined by a variety of different factors specific to your business. If you have any questions about such a requirement for your business, please feel free to reach out to our support team at agent@middesk.com.