To dissolve a Florida profit or non-profit corporation:

1. Review the instructions for filing the Articles of Dissolution for Florida Profit and Non-Profit Corporations.
2. Gather all information required to complete the form.
3. Have a valid form of payment.

 

Filing Instructions

Answers are listed below to common questions about e-filing a dissolution of a profit or non-profit corporation.

What are Articles of Dissolution?

• Articles of Dissolution will voluntarily dissolve the Florida corporation.
• Once filed, the entity will no longer exist.
• The online filing form is basic and meets the minimum filing requirements pursuant to s.607.1401, 607.1403, 617.1401, and 617.1403, F.S.
• Your document may need to include additional items that specifically apply to your situation. The Division of Corporations strongly recommends that legal counsel reviews all document prior to submission.

I don’t remember my document number. Where do I find it?

• Refer to your notice or search our records by name.
• Read our search guide if you need assistance searching our database.

What are my payment options?

• Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover).
• Debit card (Visa or MasterCard logo).
• Prepaid Sunbiz E-File Account.

How much does it cost to file the Articles of Dissolution?

The filing fee is $35.00.

Certificate of Status

• You may request a certificate of status.
• This item is not required.
• A certificate of status certifies the corporation is no longer active on the Division of Corporations’ records.
• Fee: $8.75 each

Certified Copy

• You may request a certified copy of your Articles of Dissolution.
• This item is not required.
• A certified copy will include a filed stamped copy of your Articles of Dissolution and will verify that the copy is a true and correct copy of the document on our records.
• Fee: $8.75 each

How long does it take for the Articles of Dissolution to post on Sunbiz?

Allow 2-3 business days for your dissolution to post on Sunbiz.

How do I sign the online form?

• Typing your name in the signature block is sufficient pursuant to s.15.16, F. S.
• Electronic signatures have the same legal effect as original signatures.
• Typing someone’s name (signature) without permission constitutes forgery.

Can I download a copy of the Articles of Dissolution from Sunbiz?

Yes. Once the Articles of Dissolution have been processed and posted, you can download an image of the dissolution from Sunbiz free of charge.

I don’t want to file online. Can I print and mail my form and payment?

• Yes, you can print the appropriate Articles of Dissolution form for your business entity, and mail it with a check or money order payment.
• All payments by credit card must file the dissolution online.