Foreign Registration

Most nonprofit organizations operate within their state of incorporation. However, some organizations operate across state lines.

For example, a nonprofit in Philadelphia, PA may also provide services across the river in Camden, NJ. In situations like this, the organization must file a Foreign Registration in each additional state of operation.

Foreign Registrations are like the Articles of Incorporation. Instead of forming a new entity, they point back to the original state of incorporation as the organization’s home. When setting up a foreign registration, organizations must also file a Charity Registration and State/Sales Tax Exemptions necessary in the foreign state. They are also responsible for complying with each state’s annual compliance requirements, which we’ll cover later in this guide.

BryteBridge’s specialists are well-versed in organizations spanning state lines and are ready to help ensure your organization operates legally.