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How to reach the Ohio Secretary of State.

Direct phone number, hours, mailing and physical addresses, and the right phone for the right question. Plus the related Ohio departments most business owners need.

Primary phone
877-767-3453
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm ET
Mailing address
P.O. Box 670, Columbus, OH 43216
Physical address
22 N. Fourth Street, 16th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215
Fax
614-466-3899
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Ohio Contact + Phone: at a glance.

Direct phone numbers, mailing address, and office hours for the Secretary of State.

Filing details

How Ohio handles Contact + Phone.

Where to fileSecretary of State office, online portal, or by mail with the required fee.
TurnaroundStandard processing: 5-10 business days. Expedited service available for an additional state fee.
Required informationEntity name + ID, current officers and registered agent, principal office address.
Common pitfallsMismatched officer addresses, expired registered agent, missed prior reports causing administrative dissolution.
Frequently asked

Ohio Contact + Phone questions.

How much does Contact + Phone cost in Ohio?

The state filing fee varies. Check the current Secretary of State fee schedule, or use our formation cost calculator for the full year-one total.

How long does it take?

Standard processing is typically 5-10 business days. Most states offer expedited service for an additional fee.

Can File.Business handle the filing for me?

Yes. We file in all 51 jurisdictions on a flat $0 service fee + state cost basis. The Compliance Subscription bundles annual reports and registered agent service.

What happens if I miss a filing?

Late filings typically trigger penalties starting at $50-$400 depending on the state, plus the risk of administrative dissolution after 60-120 days delinquent.

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