INSTRUCTIONS: AZ CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

This form is required in forming a limited partnership in the state of Arizona. The form needs filed with the Office of the Secretary of State.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 1”

Provide the name of the limited partnership in the first box in the certificate. The name of the limited partnership must end with “Limited Partnership” or “L.P.” If the name of the business was already reserved, provide the appropriate form.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 2”

Provide the physical address of the principal office for the limited partnership. Provide a street address, city and zip code. Do not include an address for a PO Box or a C/O.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 3”

Provide the name of the agent for the service of process in the third box. Provide the address for their principal office in the box below including city and zip code. Do not include a PO Box or C/O. It’s a good idea to provide their phone number if any issues with the certificate need discussed.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 4”

The second section of this form requires information about teach general partner in the limited partnership. Provide their printed name, signature, and address including city, state, and zip code. If more room is needed, attach additional sheets providing the same information.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 5”

If the limited partnership is expected to dissolve, write the month, day and year of the expected dissolution. If there is no intended dissolution, leave the last box in this form blank.

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 6”

Attach a Cover Sheet to this form and include a base filing fee of $10.00 with an additional $3.00 for every other page. Make the check payable to the Secretary of State and provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Send or deliver the forms by hand to the form to the following address:

Secretary of State

Limited Partnerships

1700 W. Washington Street, 7th Floor

Phoenix, Arizona 85007