Frequently Asked Questions

ACE Global Business Services provides registered agent services, business formations, foreign qualifications, international corporate compliance, annual report filings, document retrieval, apostille and legalization services, corporate maintenance, due diligence, and global business support in the United States and over 150 jurisdictions worldwide. 

General Corporate Services 

Q. What services does ACE Global Business Services provide? 

A. We provide domestic and international business formations, registered agent services, foreign qualifications, annual report filings, corporate compliance, entity reinstatements, document retrieval, apostille and legalization services, due diligence, corporate changes, dissolutions, and ongoing global corporate support. 

Q. Who do you work with? 

A. We support startups, law firms, accounting firms, financial institutions, multinational corporations, private equity firms, and businesses of every size expanding domestically or internationally. 

Q. Why choose ACE Global? 

A. Our team combines responsive service with deep expertise in U.S. and international corporate compliance. Through our global network of trusted partners, we simplify complex cross-border projects while providing a single point of contact. 

Registered Agent Services 

Q. What is a registered agent? 

A. A registered agent is the official contact designated to receive legal notices, service of process, and government correspondence for a business entity. 

Q. Why does my business need a registered agent? 

A. Most jurisdictions require one to keep your business in good standing and ensure important legal documents are received promptly. 

Q. Do I need a registered agent in every state? 

A. Generally yes. If your company is registered to do business in multiple U.S. states, each state typically requires a registered agent with a physical address there. 

Q. How do I change my registered agent? 

A. The process varies by jurisdiction but usually requires filing a change with the applicable government office. ACE Global can prepare and file the necessary documents. 

Q. Do you provide international registered office or resident agent services? 

A. Yes. We coordinate registered office, resident agent, statutory representation, and company secretarial services in many jurisdictions worldwide. 

Business Formation & Compliance 

Q. Can I incorporate in more than one state? 

A. A business is formed in one state or country and can register to do business elsewhere through foreign qualification or branch registration when required. 

Q. Can one person own and manage the corporation? 

A. In many jurisdictions, yes. One individual may serve as shareholder, director, and officer, subject to local laws. 

Q. When are annual reports due? 

A. Deadlines vary by jurisdiction. Some are annual, some biennial, and others have unique compliance requirements. We help clients monitor and file these obligations. 

Q. What happens if I miss a compliance filing? 

A. Missing deadlines can result in penalties, loss of good standing, administrative dissolution, or inability to conduct business. 

International Services 

Q. Can ACE Global help with international expansion? 

A. Yes. We assist with entity formations, foreign registrations, registered office services, compliance, document procurement, and corporate maintenance worldwide. 

Q. Do you provide apostille and legalization services? 

A. Yes. We coordinate apostilles, authentications, consular legalization, certified translations, and international document delivery. 

Q. Can you obtain corporate documents from other countries? 

A. Yes. We regularly obtain certificates of incorporation, certificates of good standing (or local equivalents), company extracts, annual filings, due diligence searches, shareholder information where publicly available, and other official records. 

Tax & Banking 

Q. Does my company need an EIN? 

A. Most U.S. businesses require an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to hire employees, file taxes, and open bank accounts.

Q. Should I choose an S Corporation or C Corporation? 

A. This depends on your ownership structure and tax objectives. We recommend consulting your CPA or tax advisor.

Q. How do I open a business bank account? 

A. Requirements vary by institution and jurisdiction, but typically include formation documents, an EIN (where applicable), identification, and corporate authorizations. 

Additional FAQs 

Q. What is a Certificate of Good Standing? 

A. It is an official document issued by a government authority confirming that an entity is properly registered and compliant with applicable filing requirements.

Q. What is service of process? 

A. Service of process is the formal delivery of legal documents, such as lawsuits or subpoenas, to your registered agent. 

Q. What is a BOC-3 process agent? 

A. A BOC-3 filing designates process agents for interstate motor carriers and certain transportation companies regulated by the FMCSA. 

Q. Do you provide annual compliance reminders? 

A. Yes. We help clients track recurring filing deadlines and maintain good standing across multiple jurisdictions. 

Q. How quickly can you form a company? 

A. Formation times depend on the jurisdiction and processing options selected. Many U.S. formations can be completed within a few business days, while international timelines vary.