Assumed and Fictitious Names (Business Names)
In PersonAs of January 1, 2020, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 59.1-69, certificate of assumed or fictitious names shall be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission.
Dissolution of a Business Name
This form is to be used by a person who is releasing an assumed or a fictitious name that is of record in a Virginia circuit court. File a completed form in the clerk’s office of the appropriate circuit court.
https://www.scc.virginia.gov/getattachment/117be64d-86b3-4997-a28f-1819dc5c04bf/scc591-701cc.pdf
The cost to file a Dissolution of a Business name is $10.00. Payment may be made by cash, check/money order (payable to Clerk, Henrico Circuit Court) or credit card. There is a 2% credit card transaction fee.
If an additional copy is requested, there is a copy fee of $0.50 per page. If a certified copy is requested, there is a certified fee of $2.00 per document. If you file by mail, you must enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your copy or certified copy.
Useful Names and Contact Information for New Businesses in Virginia
- The Virginia State Corporation Commission: 1-804-371-9733, www.scc.virginia.gov 1300 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219
- Henrico County Finance Department (Business licenses): 1-804-501-4310, Henrico Government Complex room 136, 4301 E. Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23273
- Virginia Department of Taxation: 1-804-367-8031, www.tax.virginia.gov 1957 Westmoreland Street, Richmond, VA 23230
- Internal Revenue Service: 1-800-829-1040, www.irs.ustreas.gov, 400 North 8th Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Disclaimer: Please note that this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice.
