Instructions for Form FC-1 Application for Certificate of Authority for Foreign Corporation - Hawaii

Form FC-1 Application for Certificate of Authority for Foreign Corporation - Hawaii

This document contains official instructions for Form FC-1 , Application for Certificate of Authority for Foreign Corporation - a form released and collected by the Hawaii Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs. An up-to-date fillable Form FC-1 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is Form FC-1?
A: Form FC-1 is an application for a Certificate of Authority for Foreign Corporation in Hawaii.

Q: Who needs to file Form FC-1?
A: Foreign corporations that want to do business in Hawaii need to file Form FC-1.

Q: What is a foreign corporation?
A: A foreign corporation is a corporation that is formed under the laws of another state or country.

Q: What is a Certificate of Authority?
A: A Certificate of Authority is a document issued by the state of Hawaii that grants permission for a foreign corporation to do business in the state.

Q: What information is required on Form FC-1?
A: Form FC-1 requires information such as the name and address of the foreign corporation, the name and address of its registered agent in Hawaii, and a brief description of the nature of its business.

Q: Are there any fees to file Form FC-1?
A: Yes, there is a filing fee that must be submitted with Form FC-1.

Q: Are there any additional documents that need to be submitted with Form FC-1?
A: Yes, foreign corporations must also submit a certificate of good standing from their home jurisdiction that is dated within 60 days of filing.

Q: How long does it take to process Form FC-1?
A: Processing times may vary, but it typically takes 2-4 weeks to process Form FC-1.

Q: What happens after Form FC-1 is approved?
A: Once Form FC-1 is approved, the foreign corporation will receive a Certificate of Authority, allowing them to do business in Hawaii.