EIN number is needed to open a business bank account, hire employees, build business credit etc.
What is a Certified Copy? A certified copy certifies the Fictitious Name Registration as true and correct as filed with the Division. A copy of the Fictitious Name Application will accompany the certificate and will be sent to you by email.What is a Certificate of Status? A certificate of status certifies the registration has been filed and is active with the Division of Corporations. A copy of the fictitious name application is not sent with the Certificate of Status when returned by email. However a copy of the document can be downloaded from www.sunbiz.org after the filing process is completed.