How do I dissolve a Minnesota corporation?
Mia Ramsey
Published Apr 07, 2026
To dissolve your Minnesota corporation after it has issued shares, you must first file the Intent to Dissolve form with the Minnesota Secretary of State (SOS). Then the corporation will file the Articles of Dissolution Chapter 302A. 7291 or 302A. 727.
Can a corporation be dissolved involuntarily?
Corporations may either dissolve voluntarily or involuntarily. A voluntary dissolution is done under the authorization of shareholders, or if there are no shareholders, under the authorization of the director(s).
How do I amend articles of incorporation in MN?
To file in person or by mail, submit the Amendment of Articles of Incorporation to the Minnesota SOS. The form you need to amend your articles of incorporation is in your online account when you sign up for registered agent service with Northwest. Keep the original copy and submit a legible photocopy to the SOS.
What are modes of dissolving corporations?
There are several methods by which a corporation may be dissolved. The first is voluntary dissolution, which is an elective decision to dissolve the entity. A second is involuntary dissolution, which occurs upon the happening of statute-specific events such as a failure to pay taxes.
How do I find articles of incorporation in MN?
To search for a Business Filing:
- Go to the Business Filings Online page to get started.
- Search by Business Name: type the Business Name in the search box, click “Search”
- Search by File Number: click “File Number” (above the search box), enter the file number, and click “Search”
How do I start an AC Corp in Minnesota?
How to Form a Corporation in Minnesota
- Choose a Corporate Name.
- Prepare and File Articles of Incorporation.
- Appoint a Registered Agent.
- Set Up a Corporate Records Book.
- Prepare Corporate Bylaws.
- Appoint Initial Corporate Directors.
- Hold Your First Board of Directors Meeting.
- Issue Stock.