Texas Business Reinstatement Intake Checklist & Information Needed

TEXAS BUSINESS REINSTATEMENT SERVICE

SCILLAN offers:

Texas Business Reinstatement

SCILLAN Fee:
Starting at $299 + applicable government fees
Estimated Processing Time:
5–10 business days
The final service scope and cost may depend on:

• Entity status
• Reason for forfeiture
• Outstanding requirements
• Government filings needed
• Whether other agencies are involved
• Additional administrative steps

WHAT IS REINSTATEMENT?

What does reinstatement mean?

Reinstatement is the process of restoring an eligible business entity after its status has been forfeited, terminated, or otherwise affected in a way that permits reinstatement.
The exact process depends on the entity's current status and the reason the entity became inactive or forfeited.

IMPORTANT REINSTATEMENT RULE

Not every inactive business follows the same reinstatement process.
A reinstatement may involve:

• Texas Comptroller requirements
• Texas Secretary of State requirements
• Outstanding reports
• Tax-related clearance
• Government fees
• Corrective filings
• Registered Agent information
• Other entity-specific steps

Sia should not guess the exact requirements before the entity is reviewed.

BASIC REINSTATEMENT INTAKE CHECKLIST

Customers should generally be prepared to provide:

• Exact legal entity name
• Texas entity information
• Current entity status
• Any government notices received
• Reason for forfeiture, if known
• Texas Comptroller correspondence, if applicable
• Secretary of State correspondence, if applicable
• Current business address
• Registered Agent information
• Current governing-person information where relevant
• Customer contact information
• Required authorization
• Supporting documents
• Payment

Additional information may be required after the entity's status is reviewed.

LEGAL ENTITY NAME

What name should I provide?

Customers should provide the exact legal entity name as reflected in the Texas government record.

What if the company has changed names?

Provide the current official legal entity name and any prior name if relevant to the record.
Sia should not guess which name should be used.

TEXAS ENTITY INFORMATION

Why does SCILLAN need the entity information?

SCILLAN needs to identify the correct business and review the applicable government record.
This is especially important if the customer owns multiple entities.

ENTITY STATUS

What status information should I provide?

If known, provide the current status shown by the applicable agency, such as:

• Active
• Forfeited
• Inactive
• Terminated
• Not in good standing
• Other status shown in the government record

Sia should not treat all inactive statuses as identical.

FORFEITED STATUS

What does forfeited mean?

A forfeited entity may have lost certain rights or status due to unresolved compliance or tax-related issues.
The exact reason should be verified before Sia explains the next steps.

Can Sia tell me exactly why my entity was forfeited?

Only if verified information is available.
Otherwise, use:
“Your entity's current status and the reason for forfeiture should be reviewed before the reinstatement steps are confirmed. Please contact SCILLAN Support at .”

GOVERNMENT NOTICES

Should I provide any notices I received?

Yes.
Relevant notices may help identify:

• The issuing agency
• The reason for forfeiture
• Outstanding requirements
• Deadlines
• Required corrective action

Sensitive documents should be provided through an approved secure method.

TEXAS COMPTROLLER

Does reinstatement involve the Texas Comptroller?

It may.
Some reinstatement matters may require resolving Comptroller-related requirements before the Secretary of State portion can be completed.

Does SCILLAN calculate franchise tax or penalties?

No.
SCILLAN does not calculate:

• Tax liability
• Franchise tax
• Penalties
• Interest
• Tax exemptions
• Tax balances

What if I owe taxes?

Tax-specific questions should be directed to:

• Texas Comptroller
• CPA
• Qualified tax professional

SCILLAN may assist with eligible administrative steps.

TAX CLEARANCE

What is tax clearance?

Tax-clearance or tax-status requirements may be part of certain reinstatement situations.
The exact requirement depends on the entity and government record.

Can Sia tell me whether I qualify for tax clearance?

No.

SECRETARY OF STATE

Is the Texas Secretary of State involved?

Possibly.
After applicable preliminary requirements are satisfied, an eligible reinstatement filing may need to be submitted through the Texas Secretary of State.

COMPTROLLER VS. SECRETARY OF STATE

Why are two agencies sometimes involved?

The Texas Comptroller and Texas Secretary of State maintain different records and responsibilities.
A reinstatement may involve actions with more than one agency.

OUTSTANDING REPORTS

Do I need to file missing reports before reinstatement?

Possibly.
The entity's government record should be reviewed to determine what outstanding requirements apply.
Sia should not tell a customer which report is required without verification.

PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT

Could a Public Information Report be involved?

Possibly.
The exact requirement depends on the entity's circumstances and Texas Comptroller records.
SCILLAN should not give tax advice about what should be reported.

FRANCHISE TAX QUESTIONS

Can Sia tell me how much franchise tax I owe before reinstatement?

No.
Approved response:
“SCILLAN does not calculate franchise-tax liability or penalties. Please consult the Texas Comptroller or a qualified tax professional for tax-specific amounts.”

REGISTERED AGENT INFORMATION

Will I need a current Registered Agent?

The applicable government record may require current Registered Agent information.
SCILLAN offers:

Texas Registered Agent + Compliance Alerts

$179/year per entity

Is Registered Agent service included in the $299 reinstatement fee?

No, unless a specific approved package expressly includes it.

CHANGE OF REGISTERED AGENT

Can I switch to SCILLAN while reinstating my business?

Possibly.
SCILLAN can assist with its Registered Agent service and applicable Change of Registered Agent preparation.
The correct sequencing depends on the entity's status and filing requirements.

BUSINESS ADDRESS

Do I need to provide my current address?

Yes, where requested.
If the business address has changed, SCILLAN may need to determine whether a separate filing or update is required.

GOVERNING PERSON INFORMATION

Will I need to provide current management information?

Possibly.
If governing or management information has changed, additional review may be required.

OWNERSHIP CHANGES

Can I change ownership during reinstatement?

Ownership changes may involve separate legal, tax, and internal company issues.
Sia should not assume they can be handled as part of the standard reinstatement service.

Can SCILLAN remove an old owner during reinstatement?

Not automatically.
If ownership is disputed, refer the customer to a licensed attorney.

NAME CHANGES

Can I change the LLC name during reinstatement?

Possibly, but a separate Amendment Filing may be required.
SCILLAN's Amendment Filing is:
$99 + applicable government fees
Sia should not assume a name change is included in reinstatement.

DBA CHANGES

Can I add a DBA while reinstating?

Possibly, through a separate service.

DBA / Assumed Name Filing

$99 + applicable government fees

IRS RECORDS

Does reinstatement automatically update the IRS?

No.
Texas reinstatement and IRS records are separate.

Can SCILLAN help update IRS records?

For eligible matters:

EIN & IRS Business Updates

$99

DOES REINSTATEMENT CREATE A NEW EIN?

No.
Reinstatement restores an existing eligible entity.
It does not automatically create a new federal EIN.

DOES REINSTATEMENT CREATE A NEW LLC?

No.
The goal is generally to restore the existing entity.

DOES REINSTATEMENT ERASE THE HISTORY?

No.
Reinstatement should not be described as deleting the entity's prior history or government record.

BUSINESS LICENSES

Does reinstatement automatically restore every business license?

No.
Licensing authorities maintain separate records.

BANK ACCOUNTS

Does reinstatement automatically reactivate my bank account?

No.
Banks maintain separate records and determine their own requirements.

PAYMENT PROCESSORS

Does reinstatement automatically update Stripe, PayPal, or other platforms?

No.
Private platforms maintain separate records.

INSURANCE

Does reinstatement automatically restore insurance coverage?

No.
Customers should contact their insurance provider directly.

CONTRACTS

Does reinstatement automatically validate contracts entered during forfeiture?

Sia should not answer that legal question.
Refer the customer to a licensed attorney.

OPERATING DURING FORFEITURE

Can I keep operating while my business is forfeited?

Sia should not provide legal advice about the consequences of operating during forfeiture.
Approved response:
“Operating while an entity is forfeited may involve legal or tax consequences. Please consult a licensed attorney or qualified tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.”

LIABILITY QUESTIONS

Does reinstatement eliminate liability from the forfeiture period?

Sia should not make that legal conclusion.

REINSTATEMENT COST

Why does reinstatement start at $299?

Because reinstatement complexity may vary based on:

• Entity status
• Number of outstanding requirements
• Government filings
• Agency involvement
• Corrective steps
• Supporting documents

The final cost may vary.

GOVERNMENT FEES

Are government fees included in the $299?

No.
Applicable government fees are separate.

ADDITIONAL FEES

Could there be additional fees?

Possibly.
Additional government fees or separate SCILLAN services may apply depending on the situation.
Sia should not invent amounts.

PROCESSING TIME

How long does reinstatement take?

SCILLAN's Estimated Processing Time is:
5–10 business days
after all required information, documents, verification, authorization, and payment are received.

Is that the full government turnaround?

No.
Government processing and any prerequisite agency steps are separate.

WHY REINSTATEMENT MAY TAKE LONGER

Possible reasons include:

• Missing information
• Outstanding Comptroller requirements
• Tax-related clearance
• Missing reports
• Government review
• Supporting-document issues
• Incorrect entity information
• Filing rejection
• Additional corrective steps

TEXAS EXPRESS

Can reinstatement be expedited?

Texas Express may apply to an eligible Texas Secretary of State portion of the process.
It does not speed up:

• Comptroller review
• Tax clearance
• Tax processing
• Other agency requirements

Current Texas Express options for eligible filings

• Standard Expedited — $50 per document
• Next-Day — $500 per document
• Same-Day — $750 per document

These are government expedited-processing fees.

TEXAS EXPRESS DOES NOT GUARANTEE REINSTATEMENT

Even where an eligible Secretary of State filing is expedited, other prerequisite steps may still affect the total reinstatement timeline.

SIGNATURE AND AUTHORIZATION

Does SCILLAN need authorization to reinstate my company?

Yes.
Required customer authorization and signatures should be completed before applicable submissions are made.

Can Sia reinstate my entity based on a chat message?

No.
The customer must use the approved service workflow.

AUTHORIZED SIGNER

Who can authorize reinstatement?

The signer should have appropriate authority to act for the entity.
If signing authority is disputed, Sia should not decide.

INCOMPLETE INTAKE

What if I don't have all the documents yet?

The order may remain on hold until required information is received.

Does the 5–10 business day clock start before intake is complete?

No.
The Estimated Processing Time generally begins after required items have been received.

REJECTION

What if the reinstatement filing is rejected?

Contact SCILLAN Support.
Do not place a duplicate order automatically.
The rejection may require:

• Correction
• Additional information
• Supporting documents
• Another government step

AFTER REINSTATEMENT

What should I do once the entity is reinstated?

Possible next steps may include:

• Save the reinstatement documents
• Verify government status
• Review Registered Agent information
• Review future compliance requirements
• Review tax or licensing records
• Update banks or other third parties where needed

Not every step applies to every business.

FUTURE COMPLIANCE

Can SCILLAN help prevent future missed deadlines?

SCILLAN offers:

Texas Registered Agent + Compliance Alerts

$179/year per entity
Compliance Alerts may be sent:

• 90 days before an applicable deadline
• 60 days before
• 30 days before
• 1 week before

ANNUAL COMPLIANCE FILING SUPPORT

SCILLAN also offers:

Texas Annual Compliance Filing Support

$99 + applicable government fees
Estimated Processing Time:
3–5 business days after Annual Verification

REINSTATEMENT VS. FORMING A NEW LLC

Should I reinstate or just start another LLC?

Sia should not decide this for the customer.
That choice may involve:

• Existing contracts
• Tax history
• Ownership
• Assets
• Liabilities
• Licenses
• Business continuity
• Legal considerations

Approved response:
“Whether to reinstate an existing entity or form a new one may involve legal and tax considerations. SCILLAN can explain the available administrative services, but cannot decide which option is better for your circumstances.”

REINSTATEMENT VS. DISSOLUTION

Is reinstatement the opposite of dissolution?

Not exactly.
Reinstatement restores an eligible existing entity.
Dissolution or termination closes or ends an entity through an applicable process.

CUSTOMER PREPARATION CHECKLIST

Before beginning the reinstatement process, customers should be prepared to provide:

• Exact legal entity name
• Texas entity information
• Current entity status
• Any Comptroller notices
• Any Secretary of State notices
• Reason for forfeiture if known
• Current business address
• Registered Agent information
• Current governing-person information where relevant
• Supporting documents
• Authorized signer
• Customer contact information
• Required authorization
• Payment
• Any known outstanding filing or compliance information

REINSTATEMENT QUICK REFERENCE

SCILLAN Fee:
Starting at $299 + applicable government fees
Estimated Processing Time:
5–10 business days
Creates New LLC:
No
Creates New EIN:
No
Automatically Fixes Tax Issues:
No
May Involve Comptroller:
Yes
May Involve Secretary of State:
Yes
Registered Agent Included:
No, unless expressly packaged
Registered Agent Service:
$179/year per entity
Tax Advice:
No

COMMON CUSTOMER SCENARIOS

“My LLC is forfeited.”

Possible service:
Texas Business Reinstatement — starting at $299 + applicable government fees

“I received a Comptroller notice.”

The notice should be reviewed promptly.
SCILLAN may assist administratively, but tax-specific questions should be directed to a qualified tax professional or the Texas Comptroller.

“I don't know why my business was forfeited.”

Escalate for entity-status review.
Do not guess.

“I want to change Registered Agents while reinstating.”

SCILLAN may be able to coordinate applicable administrative steps.
Registered Agent service is:
$179/year per entity

“I want to change the business name too.”

A separate Amendment Filing may apply:
$99 + applicable government fees

“Should I just form a new LLC?”

Sia should not make that decision.
Explain both administrative options and refer legal/tax decision-making to the appropriate professional.

APPROVED “WHAT DO I NEED?” RESPONSE

Use:
“To begin a Texas Business Reinstatement, SCILLAN will generally need your legal entity information, current entity status, any notices you received, information about outstanding requirements, current business and Registered Agent information, supporting documents, authorization, and payment. The service starts at $299 plus applicable government fees.”

APPROVED FORFEITURE RESPONSE

Use:
“If your Texas entity is forfeited, SCILLAN may be able to assist with Business Reinstatement starting at $299 plus applicable government fees. The exact steps depend on the entity's status and may involve both Texas Comptroller and Secretary of State requirements.”

APPROVED TAX RESPONSE

Use:
“SCILLAN can assist with eligible administrative reinstatement steps, but it does not calculate franchise tax, penalties, interest, or other tax liability. Please consult the Texas Comptroller or a qualified tax professional for tax-specific questions.”

APPROVED PROCESSING RESPONSE

Use:
“SCILLAN's Estimated Processing Time for Business Reinstatement is 5–10 business days after all required information, documents, verification, authorization, and payment have been received. Government and Comptroller processing times may vary.”

APPROVED REINSTATE-VS-NEW-LLC RESPONSE

Use:
“Reinstating an existing entity and forming a new LLC are different options. The better choice may depend on legal, tax, contractual, ownership, and business-continuity considerations. SCILLAN can assist with the administrative service you choose but cannot determine which option is best for you.”

MOST IMPORTANT RULE

Reinstatement is a status-restoration process, and the exact steps depend on why the entity became inactive or forfeited.
Sia should first determine:

• Current entity status
• Issuing agency
• Known reason for forfeiture
• Outstanding notices
• Whether tax-related requirements are involved
• Whether other entity information has changed

When the reinstatement path is unclear:
Do not guess. Escalate.
Support:
support@scillan.com

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

This article provides general administrative information regarding SCILLAN's Texas Business Reinstatement service.
Reinstatement requirements may vary based on entity status, government records, tax-related requirements, outstanding filings, and other circumstances.
SCILLAN Business LLC does not provide legal, tax, accounting, financial, or investment advice.

Updated on: 09/23/2026