Form 05-359, Request for Certificate of Account Status Form 05-359, Request for Certificate of Accou 2026

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The document is a request form for obtaining a Certificate of Account Status to terminate a taxable entity's existence in Texas. It outlines the necessary information and requirements for both Texas and non-Texas entities, including details about termination, merger, or conversion. The form also provides instructions on how to receive the certificate and includes contact information for assistance.

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In Section A, enter the entity’s legal name, taxpayer number, and file number from the Texas Secretary of State. Ensure all information is accurate.
Proceed to Section B if your entity was formed in Texas. Indicate the filing type required for the certificate by checking the appropriate box: Termination, Merger, or Entity conversion.
If your entity was formed outside of Texas, complete Section C. Enter the last day of business in Texas and confirm whether there is an active charter in your home state. If not, provide termination details.
In Section D, indicate if there is a forfeited certificate that needs reinstatement. Choose how you would like to receive your certificate by filling in your preferred contact method (FAX, email, or mail).
Finally, provide your name and phone number as well as any authorized agent's details before submitting the form.

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Why would the Texas comptroller send me a letter?

The Comptroller will consider issuing a private letter ruling when taxability guidance in statutes, rules or other controlling authorities does not exist or is not clear. The person requesting the private letter ruling needs to explain why such guidance is lacking.

What happens if you dont pay the Texas Comptroller?

Statutory penalty on past due taxes are calculated as follows: If you are paying the tax 1-30 days late, add a 5% penalty. If you are paying the tax over 30 days late, add a 10% penalty. If you are paying the tax after the date referenced on the Notice of Tax/FEE Due, add an additional 10% penalty (for a total of 20%).

What is the comptroller of public accounts responsible for in Texas?

The Comptrollers office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

What is a certificate of account status to terminate a taxable entitys existence in Texas?

A Certificate of Account Status for Dissolution/Termination is a certificate issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts indicating that the entity has paid all taxes under Title 2 of the Tax Code, and that the certificate must be filed with the secretary of state to legally end the entitys existence.