Dudley, MA · Worcester County
Business Certificate (DBA)
This business certificate records the name, address, and owner information for a business operating under a title in Dudley, and is filed with the Town Clerk by the business owner or owners.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this certificate to report a business title, its Dudley address and contact details, and the names and addresses of the individuals or corporation conducting the business. The form provides options for a new business, renewal, or amendment and lists a $25 filing fee. It states that certificates are effective for four years and that a sworn statement must be filed with the Town Clerk when discontinuing, retiring, or withdrawing from the business.
Who needs it
Individuals or corporations conducting a business under a title in Dudley use this certificate to file a new business, renewal, or amendment with the Town Clerk.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an oath or affirmation block before the Town Clerk, assistant, or notary; the person or persons signing the certificate swear or affirm its contents are truthful and accurate.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Certificate
Get the Dudley Business Certificate form from the Town Clerk.
- 2
Fill In the Business Details
Enter the business title, Dudley address, contact information, and owner or corporation details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary for the form's oath or affirmation.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video and swear or affirm that the certificate's contents are truthful and accurate.
- 5
Submit to the Town
File the completed certificate and pay the listed fee with the Dudley Town Clerk.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Dudley. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the oath or affirmation on this certificate?
- Complete the business information, then appear before a notary and swear or affirm that the form's contents are truthful and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief.
- Do I need to sign this business certificate before a notary?
- The form includes an oath or affirmation before the Town Clerk, assistant, or notary. The signer must appear before the official for that part of the certificate.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Massachusetts permanently authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries effective January 1, 2024, under G.L. c. 222, §§27–29. Confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure whether the Town Clerk will accept a remotely notarized certificate.
- What should I do after the certificate is notarized?
- File the completed certificate with the Dudley Town Clerk and pay the $25 filing fee listed on the form. Ask the Town Clerk about filing procedures if needed.
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