Foreign qualification allows your business to legally operate in states other than your state of formation. This guide walks you through the complete process.
Prerequisites: Active company profile and login credentials
Step 1: Access Your Company Profile
Log into your account at app.flpraservices.com/login
Select the company you want to qualify by clicking on the company name
Step 2: Navigate to Foreign Qualification
Click on the "Compliance" tab in your company profile
Click the purple "Foreign Qualification" button to open the modal
Step 3: Select Your Target State
Use the search box to find your target state
Type the state name or abbreviation (example: "Florida" or "FL")
Select your desired state from the dropdown list
Note: The system excludes your state of formation and already qualified states.
Step 4: Choose Your Qualification Status
You will see the question: "Is your entity already qualified in [State]?"
Option A: Already Qualified
Click "Yes, already qualified"
Enter your qualification date
The system creates annual report compliance items
Option B: Not Yet Qualified
Click "Not yet qualified"
Proceed to Step 5 to choose your approach.
Step 5: Choose Your Qualification Approach
Self-Managed Qualification
Best for: Businesses handling their own qualification
Click "I will do it myself"
A tracking task is created automatically
You receive confirmation
Professional Assistance
Best for: Businesses wanting expert help
Click "Get a quote"
-> Fill out the contact form:
Name: Enter your full name
Email: Enter your email address
Subject: Auto-filled with request details
Message: Add any specific requirements
-> Click "Request Quote"
Step 6: Track Your Request
Go to the "Tasks" section at app.flpraservices.com/u/dashboard/tasks
Look for tasks labeled "Foreign Qualification"
Monitor progress and updates
What Happens Next
Self-Managed Requests
Tracking task created
Qualification marked as "pending"
Email notification sent
Professional Help Requests
Quote request task created
Email sent to specialists
Response within 24-48 hours
After Qualification:
Update qualification date
Mark task as complete
Support
Email: [email protected]
Live Chat: Available in your dashboard