What forms of payment are accepted for filing fees?

The North Carolina Secretary of State accepts multiple forms of payment for filing fees. These include checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express credit or debit cards. Cash payments are also accepted but should be made in person at their physical office location. It is worth noting that credit and debit card payments must be made using the online filing system or in-person at the office; these payment methods are not accepted for filings submitted by mail. Additionally, all payments made via credit or debit cards are subject to a convenience fee. Therefore, filers have various secure and convenient options to choose from when paying filing fees to the North Carolina Secretary of State.