How do I look up an LLP in California?
John Thompson
Published Apr 12, 2026
As such, by using the CA business search tool or by submitting a Business Entities Records Request Form, you can look up the following in California:
- Corporation search.
- DBA search.
- LLC search.
- LLP search.
- LLLP search.
- LP search.
- Trust search.
- Partnership search.
What is a California domestic limited liability company?
A domestic limited liability company is a limited liability company (“LLC”) created under the laws of the state where it is operating. For example, a company that forms an LLC in California by obtaining approval through California’s Secretary of State is considered a “domestic” LLC when it does business in California.
What is a registered limited liability company?
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a business structure allowed by state statute. Owners of an LLC are called members. Most states do not restrict ownership, so members may include individuals, corporations, other LLCs and foreign entities. There is no maximum number of members.
Is an LLP the same as an LLC?
The difference between LLP and LLC is an LLC is a limited liability company and an LLP is a limited liability partnership. According to the government, specifically the IRS, an LLC is a business organization that is formed lawfully under the state by filing articles of organization.
What is the difference between domestic LLC and LLC?
A Domestic LLC is an LLC that was formed in its “home state” and it does business in its home state. Unless the LLC registers to do business in another state, a Domestic LLC’s activities are confined to its home state.
What is a LLC domestic?
A domestic limited liability company (LLC) is a business entity that operates in the state where it formed. A business is a domestic LLC when it does business in the same state where it formed. For example, a company created in Texas that has a shoe store in that state is a domestic entity.
