How to search Utah business entities online

Utah business entity records are searchable at businessregistration.utah.gov, operated by the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. Utah does not have a Secretary of State that handles business entity filings; the Division falls under the Utah Department of Commerce. The older URL at secure.utah.gov/bes/ now redirects to businessregistration.utah.gov, and corporations.utah.gov redirects to commerce.utah.gov/corporations/.

What the search covers

The database covers all entity types registered with the Division: domestic and foreign corporations, LLCs, limited partnerships, LLPs, limited liability limited partnerships (LLLPs), statutory business trusts, and foreign entities registered to do business in Utah. Assumed names (DBAs), fictitious names, and cable franchise registrations are also searchable in the same system.

Search options — nine modes

The search portal offers more lookup options than most states:

• Business Entity Name
• Entity / File Number — the Division-assigned identifier
• Principal Name — by officer, member, or director name
• Registered Agent Name
• Domicile Name — the name used in the home state for foreign entities
• Assumed Name (DBA)
• Fictitious Name
• Name Availability — preliminary check before filing
• Cable Franchise — specialized cable franchise records

Account login (using Utah's UtahID system) is required for filing, ordering certified documents, or renewing — but all search modes above are free and public without login. A small fee for principal/officer searches is expected to return once the Division's new platform is fully operational; it is currently free during the transition period.

Annual renewal due date

Utah annual renewals are due by the last day of the entity's anniversary month — the month in which the entity was originally registered. An LLC formed in March must renew by March 31 each year. Reports may be filed up to 60 days early. A 30-day grace period follows the due date before a $10 late penalty applies.

This guide is informational only and is not affiliated with the Utah Division of Corporations or any state agency. Verify current procedures at commerce.utah.gov/corporations. Source: Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code, verified May 2026.