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Official Government Portal

Certificate of
Good Standing

Securely request official certificates for your business entity or verify the standing of any registered organization in American Samoa.

1 Week Processing
Online Verification

Our Services

Choose the service that meets your needs. We provide streamlined access to official government documentation.

Request Certificate

Entity owners can request official Certificates of Good Standing for their registered organizations directly through our secure portal.

  • Local & Foreign Corporations
  • LLCs
  • Partnerships
  • Sole Proprietorships
  • Non-Profit Corporations
  • Government Agencies
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Verify Entity Standing

Verify a Certificate of Good Standing by entering the certificate number or scanning its QR code. No account required.

  • Verify by Certificate Number
  • Scan QR Code on Certificate
  • Instant Status Results
  • Free Public Access
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Supported Entity Types

We provide certificates for all registered business entities

Corporations

Local and Foreign

LLCs

Limited Liability Companies

Nonprofits

Entities

Government Agencies

American Samoa

Sole Proprietorships

Individuals

Partnerships

General & Limited

How It Works

Simple steps to get your certificate

1

Submit Request

Fill out the online form with your entity and contact information

2

Make Payment

Pay the fee in person at the Revenue Office (DYWA, Pago Pago) by cash or check

3

Verification

Treasury verifies your entity status: Tax Office, OFI, License, and Balances

4

Processing

Certificate is prepared and officially stamped (1 week standard, 48 hrs rush)

5

Delivery

Receive your official certificate via email (free) or hard copy (+$15)

What is a Certificate of Good Standing?

A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by the American Samoa Government that verifies a business entity is properly registered, up-to-date with all filings, and authorized to conduct business.

Proof of Compliance

Demonstrates your entity meets all legal requirements

Required for Banking

Often needed to open business bank accounts or obtain loans

Business Transactions

Required for contracts, licensing, and legal proceedings

Sample Certificate of Status

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions

Ready to Get Started?

Request your Certificate of Good Standing today or verify an entity's status instantly through our secure portal.