iCIS portal
Delaware Division of Corporations online search and filing portal.
Definition
The iCIS portal (Integrated Corporate Information System) is Delaware's authoritative database for LLC and Corporation records. Anyone can search entity name, file number, registered agent, and current status. Some filings can also be submitted electronically through iCIS.
Context
iCIS is the source of truth for Delaware entity records. Banks, counterparties, and platforms verify LLC existence and status through iCIS.
Example
Before opening Mercury, a Delaware LLC owner verifies their entity shows Good Standing on iCIS by searching their LLC name at icis.corp.delaware.gov.
Common pitfalls
- Public records: anyone can see your LLC name, file number, registered agent.
- Operational details in Certificate of Formation also appear on iCIS.