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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.
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. 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. 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.