15 Certificates of Good Standing

As a government organization that issues certificates of good standing, you know how important these documents are for businesses to thrive and operate within legal frameworks. 

The problem is that government parties, organizations, agencies, coordinators, or officials tend to spend too much time preparing and issuing Good Standing documents.

Looks like they lack reliable and efficient software that will help them easily create, securely distribute, and verify certificates of good standing. All those needs can be covered by one single tool — Certifier — which offers a simple and secure digital credential software and a library of free templates.

How to get a certificate of good standing template for free?

The fastest way to get good standing certificate templates ready is to download them from the Certifier library or edit them in our in-house editor.

Here's what government officials looking for samples of certificates of good standing need to do:

Browse through the certificates of good standing templates in Certifier.

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With our tool, government organization coordinators can not only download, edit, and customize certificates of good standing based on available templates. They can also generate thousands of certificates in bulk and safely distribute them via personalized emails to business owners.

And the best part is that with Certifier issued certificates of good standing are completely protected because data security and integrity are of the utmost importance for us. In this way, issuers can be assured that all stored business data is safe.

Free good standing certificates to download

See as many as 15 examples of certificates of good standing templates that a government agency can issue to different types of business entities, like limited liability partnerships, limited partnerships, sole proprietorships, etc.

These official certificates of authorization templates have a clear design, are user-friendly, and offer more than liability protection. See what they look like!

#1 Modern certificate of good standing template

Our first certificate of good standing template is very modest but still super effective. It has white and light grey colors and black font. The text is organized and centered. At the bottom are two handwritten signatures and a large logo of the issuing institution (which can be changed, of course!). The layout is enhanced by a double border that fills out the design. This kind of state-issued document can be handed to owners of corporations that value simplicity and a modern look.

#2 Minimal certificate of good standing template

Our next certificate of good standing sample is simple but has all the necessary features. You will find here clear text, signatures, certificate verification code, and release date. The frame does not interfere with the design but makes it more interesting. You can download the template, customize it and send it to foreign/domestic corporations in no time with Certifier (recommended!).

#3 Professional certificate of good standing template

The above example of certificate of good standing is more vivid than previous ones (thanks to the background and dark blue frame). It also has more space for certificate details. It’s well organized and aligned to the left, so it does not make the design difficult to read. The bold and large title in a different font draws attention, so it's clear what this original certificate is about.

#4 Traditional certificate of good standing template

How about an elegant and traditional certificate of good standing template? Our proposal above has everything that demanding government agencies need – unique design, clear text, key elements like signatures, and space for necessary information, such as certificate number or the issuing date. The colors are subdued and serious, so such certificates of status can be issued on very official occasions.

#5 Formal certificate of good standing template

Another certificate of authentication is even more formal. This sample of certificate of good standing has only white and blue colors. The text is black and left-centered, but the handwritten signatures are bright blue. The layout is classic – a large title at the very top, the necessary information confirming legitimate business in the middle, and the signatures and department name at the very bottom. This public record can be customized and issued for companies in the construction paint industry but also as a certificate of good standing for teachers, C-level executives, and managers.

After all certificates of good standing are issued in Certifier, they can be stored on a secure SSL-protected hosting platform:

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It is accessible to all businesses 24/7 on a branded domain of the issuer.

The platform can be branded to match the issuer’s identity.

Your government's official website can be included there.

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#6 Classy certificate of good standing template

If there are issuing organizations that are looking for an idea for a classic certificate of good standing, this template should appeal to them. It has a double frame with a thicker outer part and a thinner inner part. The background has gentle waves. The font is centered, in black and purple. At the very bottom is the signature, the name of the department, and a place to write the date of issue and certificate ID.

#7 Vibrant certificate of good standing template

A government party can give a domestic or foreign entity a certificate of status that has a vibrant yet professional design. Bright blue colors draw attention, add freshness, and prove that official documents don't have to be boring. Clear text, a simple layout, and a distinct font show professionalism. What's more, key elements such as signatures, the name of the department, and certificate ID attest to authenticity and provide essential information in this example of certificate of good standing.

#8 Organized certificate of good standing template

Here’s the option for many government organizations, entities of record, or business filing agencies. A large title, clear arrangement of elements, listing important data one below the other, and visible signatures at the bottom — everything is in order and in the right place. If you don't know what style of certificate to choose, trust this sample of certificate of good standing and forget about boring and plain copies.

#9 Old-fashioned certificate of good standing template

This example of a certificate of good standing has a richly decorated frame, which is done in an old-fashioned way — this frame takes the first attention. Necessary information, such as the issuing date and certificate ID, is on the left side. You can add more information or a QR code because there is plenty of space. The whole thing looks very elegant and official.

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#10 Modest certificate of good standing template

The above good standing certificate template is modest and universal, so it will fit in many cases. It has a clear layout and a prominent title at the very top. The text is aligned to the left, so it's very readable. At the bottom, there are two signatures and the department name. The issue number and date are on the right. The background is white with a fine texture. Its blue frame is very interesting because it consists of multiple elements — a double line and a rectangle at the top and bottom.

#11 Eye-catching certificate of good standing template

For those government agencies that are looking for a template that catches the eye yet looks formal, we have the solution. This design has all they need: a thick contrasting green border and a white background that features a light gray eagle with spread wings. What also draws the attention here is the dark logo, in a similar color to the frame. We also have here, a large title, centered text with bolded important information, signatures, and the highlighted name of the recipient organization. The whole thing looks very elegant and will certainly stand out from other diplomas.

#12 Elegant certificate of good standing template

For those government organizations that want to honor a company with a certificate of good standing this one is a reliable choice. The template is light and fresh. The frame is charming and gives a sense of grace. The text is black and centered, the background is a soft gray with a delicate texture, and the title is the largest font. At the very bottom are two signatures, the certificate ID and the date of issue.

#13 Simple certificate of good standing template

Our collection also includes a simple and efficient certificate of good standing format in blue and grey colors. It has centered text in black and bolded important elements like the company name, Head of Commission name, certificate ID, and date. It also includes the name of the issuing department and the stamp. The cherry on top? The background with a delicate image of an eagle.

#14 Ornamental certificate of good standing template

This ornamental certificate of good standing has a richly decorated frame consisting of many elements and a detailed background. Best of all, these components do not clutter the design. On the contrary, they add to its elegance, charm, and uniqueness. Shades of blue dominate everywhere: in the text, the frame, the background, and even the very large logo of the issuing department. The text is centered and looks very classy.

#15 Subtle certificate of good standing template

And here’s our last proposition. Itis this subtle certificate of good standing with a double, red frame, which captures the attention. It has a large title and, right below it, information about the recipient company, certificate ID, and issuing date. Next is the text in black and aligned to the left. At the very bottom are two handwritten signatures and the name of the department. The background is light and has a fine texture.

Wrap up

Certificates of good standing are valuable documents that can help companies in their business operations, arranging financing, and operational activities. Their creation and distribution process doesn't have to be difficult with the right tools like Certifier.

Certifier streamlines the certification process and can save government agencies many hours of work related to creating, editing, sending in bulk, securing, and monitoring official digital documents.

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