Form 254 Application for Certificate of Withdrawal for a Foreign Non-profit Corporation - Rhode Island

What Is Form 254?

This is a legal form that was released by the Rhode Island Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Rhode Island. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 254?
A: Form 254 is an application for a Certificate of Withdrawal for a Foreign Non-profit Corporation in Rhode Island.

Q: What is a Foreign Non-profit Corporation?
A: A Foreign Non-profit Corporation is a non-profit corporation that was originally incorporated in a state other than Rhode Island.

Q: Why would a Foreign Non-profit Corporation file a Certificate of Withdrawal?
A: A Foreign Non-profit Corporation may file a Certificate of Withdrawal to formally dissolve or withdraw from doing business in Rhode Island.

Q: What information is required on Form 254?
A: Form 254 requires information such as the corporation's name, state of incorporation, principal office address, and the name and address of the registered agent in Rhode Island.

Q: Are there any other requirements or documents that need to be submitted with Form 254?
A: Yes, the Rhode Island Secretary of State may require additional documents or information to be submitted along with Form 254, such as a certificate of good standing from the state of incorporation.

Q: What happens after Form 254 is filed?
A: After Form 254 is filed and approved, the Foreign Non-profit Corporation will be formally withdrawn from doing business in Rhode Island.