Kuwait Legalization: Certificate of Good Standing

A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by a U.S. Secretary of State confirming that a business entity is legally registered, compliant with all filing requirements, and authorized to operate in its jurisdiction.

For this document to be accepted by authorities or organizations in Kuwait, it must undergo a complete authentication and legalization process through the proper U.S. and Kuwaiti channels.

The Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C. accepts Certificates of Good Standing that have been authenticated at the federal and state levels and certified by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce (USACC) before embassy legalization.

Legalization Process

To ensure your Certificate of Good Standing is valid for official use in Kuwait, it must go through the following steps:

  1. Notarization by a licensed notary public (if required).

  2. Authentication by the issuing Secretary of State.

  3. Authentication by the U.S. Department of State (if required).

  4. Certification by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce.

  5. Final legalization by the Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C.

Each stage verifies the authenticity and official standing of the document to ensure acceptance in Kuwai

Notarized Company Document Processing Time & Fees.

Service Fees Processing Time
Service fee $90 -
Maryland notary, court and state fees $15 1
U.S. Department of State fee $20 9
Embassy of Kuwait fee $25 6
Total $150 16 business days

Company Documents Certified by a Secretary of State Processing Time & Fees.

Service Fees Processing Time
Service fee $90 -
U.S. Department of State fee $20 9
Embassy of Kuwait fee $25 6
Total $135 15 business days

About the Certificate of Good Standing

A Certificate of Good Standing serves as formal proof that a company:

  • Has met all state filing and reporting obligations.

  • Is authorized to conduct business within its registered state.

  • Has not been suspended, revoked, or dissolved.

It typically includes the company’s legal name, registration number, date of incorporation, and current status.
When legalized, this document confirms to Kuwaiti authorities and institutions that your business is legitimate and in full compliance with U.S. state laws.

Common Uses in Kuwait

A legalized Certificate of Good Standing may be required for:

  • Registering a corporate entity or branch in Kuwait

  • Opening business bank accounts

  • Participating in public tenders and private contracts

  • Applying for trade licenses or government approvals

  • Verifying company status for legal or financial procedures

Legalization ensures that the document is valid and recognized by Kuwaiti ministries, banks, and commercial authorities.

Start Your Legalization Process

Before submitting your Certificate of Good Standing in Kuwait, confirm that it has been properly authenticated and legalized through all necessary U.S. and Kuwaiti channels.
For assistance or guidance, please contact the Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C.