If you are making a change to your registered agent in Ohio , you’ll need to inform the Ohio Secretary of state. It costs $25 to do it yourself. Read this guide to learn how.
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If you’re looking to change your registered agent in the state of Ohio, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do so quickly and easily.
Step 1: Obtain the “Statement of Change of Resident Agent” form from the Ohio Secretary of State website.
Step 2: Fill out the form with information about your business and your new registered agent. Make sure all required fields are completed accurately.
Step 3: Submit the form online using their filing portal, along with payment for filing fees (currently $25 for paper filing). Depending on your entity type, you may also be able to file electronically which could expedite processing time significantly. You will be able to check on progress of your application at any time by logging back into the same portal.
The minimum requirements of a registered agent are to receive your official state mail and service of process, but a good registered agent can become an essential part of your business’ compliance needs.
An excellent registered agent will:
All businesses, domestic and foreign, that register with the Ohio Secretary of State must maintain a registered agent. This includes all:
It does not include:
You can change your registered agent in Ohio by submitting a Change of Registered Agent and/or Office form to the Secretary of State’s office.
The Change of Registered Agent form must include information such as the name and address of the existing registered agent, the business entity type, and the name and address of the proposed new agent.
The Change of Registered Agent form must be filed within 60 days after making a change to the registered agent or office address.
Any individual who is at least 18 years old and resides in Ohio, or any corporation authorized to do business in Ohio, may serve as a registered agent in Ohio.