Seamlessly transfer your registered agent with professional state filings and compliance documentation. Ensure continuous business compliance during the transition.
Common reasons businesses need to update their registered agent
Your current agent moved or changed their business address
Switching to a more reliable or professional agent service
Need better privacy protection for your personal information
Current agent not available during required business hours
Need better document management and forwarding services
Current agent failed to properly handle legal documents
Each state has specific requirements and procedures for changing registered agents
$50 filing fee
Most popular incorporation state
$30 filing fee
Requires specific form SI-550
$15 filing fee
Low filing fees, fast processing
$25 filing fee
Online filing system available
$60 filing fee
Requires notarization
$10 filing fee
Lowest filing fees nationwide
Common mistakes that can disrupt your business compliance during agent changes
Filing without proper consent from new agent can result in rejection
Always obtain written consent from new registered agent before filing
Using wrong forms or outdated versions causes delays and rejections
Use current state-specific forms and follow exact filing requirements
Unsigned or improperly signed documents will be rejected by the state
Ensure all required signatures are properly executed and notarized if needed
Changing agents during critical periods can cause missed documents
Plan timing carefully and ensure seamless transition of responsibilities
Failing to update bank, vendor, and other records with new agent info
Create checklist of all parties that need updated agent information
Poor record keeping can cause confusion and compliance issues
Maintain complete records of the change process and confirmations
Real businesses that successfully changed their registered agents with our help
Software Development
Previous agent missed critical lawsuit documents, causing legal complications
Seamlessly transferred to reliable agent service with zero downtime
No missed documents in 2+ years
E-commerce
Expanding to multiple states needed consistent agent services
Changed agents in 5 states simultaneously with coordinated filings
Streamlined compliance across all states
Professional Services
Home-based agent moved, needed immediate replacement
Emergency agent change completed within hours of notification
Maintained continuous compliance
Get answers to common questions about changing your registered agent
Most registered agent changes are processed within 1-5 business days, depending on the state. We offer same-day processing for urgent situations and can expedite filings when needed.
No, changing your registered agent should not affect your day-to-day business operations. We ensure a seamless transition with no interruption to document handling or compliance status.
While the state filing is the primary requirement, you may want to notify banks, vendors, and other business partners of your new registered agent address for their records.
We coordinate with your previous agent to ensure any documents received during the transition period are properly forwarded. This prevents any missed communications during the change.
In most states, you can still change your registered agent even if your business is not in good standing. However, we recommend addressing any compliance issues simultaneously.
If a filing is rejected, we'll immediately address the issues and refile at no additional charge. Our experience ensures a very high success rate on initial filings.
Simple 4-step process to change your registered agent
We collect your current business and agent information
Prepare all required state filing documents
File the registered agent change with your state
Receive confirmation and updated business records
Transparent pricing for registered agent change services
Complete agent change service with state filing
Don't let agent issues put your business at risk. Make the change today with professional support.