UCC Forms
Important Update – We’re modernizing our UCC system!
The Office of the Texas Secretary of State (SOS) is continuing its work to modernize its Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) system, with a launch of the new system planned in 2025. While the timeline is still being finalized, the updated system will offer a more streamlined online filing experience. We will share updates, as they become available.
Key Changes with the New UCC System:
- No More Paper Filings: All UCC filings must be submitted through the new online system. We will no longer accept paper filings by mail, fax, or in person.
- New Client Accounts: All clients will be required to create a new customer account for the new UCC system. As a result, existing SOSDirect funds won’t transfer to the new system. However, you can still use your current funds for other services through SOSDirect or SOSUpload. For more information, please visit our SOS Modernization webpage.
- Improved Account Security: We are implementing two-factor authentication for all logins in the new UCC system. Organizations that are currently sharing logins will need to adapt, but the new system will offer tools to help manage and group accounts for easier access to employee filings.
Please visit this page periodically to learn more about our progress on the modernization effort.
Initial Filing
Note: Online filing and searching available through SOSDirect. For information or to subscribe, call (512) 475-2703.
| Form | Form Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| UCC1 | UCC Financing Statement (Form UCC1) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form to be used for an initial filing. |
| UCC1Ad | UCC Financing Statement Addendum (Form UCC1Ad) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form may only be used in conjunction with the UCC1 Form (see instructions on forms). |
| UCC1AP | UCC Financing Statement Additional Party (Form UCC1AP) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form may only be used in conjunction with the UCC1 and UCC1Ad Forms to add multiple debtors or secured parties (see instructions on forms). |
[Forms are the prescribed forms by the International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA)]
Amend an Initial Filing
Note: Online filing and searching available through SOSDirect. For information or to subscribe, call (512) 475-2703.
| Form | Form Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| UCC3 | UCC Financing Statement Amendment (Form UCC3) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form to be used to amend an initial filing (includes termination, continuation, assignment, amendment (party information), and amendment (collateral change). |
| UCC3Ad | UCC Financing Statement Amendment Addendum (Form UCC3Ad) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form may only be used in conjunction with the UCC3 Form (see instructions on forms). |
| UCC3AP | UCC Financing Statement Amendment Additional Party (Form UCC3AP) (Rev. 07/01/23) | Form may only be used in conjunction with the UCC3 and UCC3Ad Forms to add multiple debtors or secured parties (see instructions on forms). |
[Forms are the prescribed forms by the International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA)]
Information Statement
| Form | Form Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| UCC5 | Information Statement (Form UCC5) (Rev. 07/01/23) | The filing of an information statement does not affect the effectiveness of an initial financing statement or other filed record. |
[Form is the prescribed form by the International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA)]
Information Request
Note: Online filing and searching available through SOSDirect. For information or to subscribe, call (512) 475-2703.
| Form | Form Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| UCC11 | Information Request (Form UCC11) (Texas) (Rev. 07/19/12) | Please refer to the Ending Noise Words (Word, PDF) list, as promulgated and adopted by the Office of the Secretary of State, that provides business endings that will be ignored in a UCC search. |
[Form is the prescribed form by the Office of the Secretary of State of Texas]
Payment
| Form | Form Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Payment Form | Payment Form (Texas) (Rev. 06/23) | Complete the Payment Form and fax the payment form along with the filing to 512-475-2812. |
Please refer to Filing Instructions for a complete overview of filing procedures.
