Step 1: Visit SCC eFile to determine (i) the correct name of the business entity, (ii) its SCC ID number, and (iii) its status. (The link to SCC eFile will launch a new window. To return to this form, simply close the SCC eFile window.)

Note: The existence or registration of a business entity can be reinstated only if its status is Canceled, Revoked, Terminated or Withdrawn. If the entity’s status is "Purged," then its existence or registration has been canceled, revoked, terminated or withdrawn for a period of more than 5 years and, under Virginia law, the entity is not eligible for reinstatement or restoration.

NOTE: Fields marked with an asterisk (*) must be completed.

Step 2: Select how the reinstatement packet is to be issued*:

Step 3: Select entity type*:

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