How to Change the Registered Agent for Your Pennsylvania Business

If you are making a change to your registered agent in Pennsylvania , you’ll need to inform the Pennsylvania Secretary of state. It costs $25 to do it yourself. Read this guide to learn how.

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Step By Step Guide to Change Your Pennsylvania Registered Agent

Changing your registered agent in Pennsylvania is a simple process that can be completed either online or through mail. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps of filing a Change of Registered Agent form with the Pennsylvania Secretary of State office.

Online Filing Option Available

File online using the Pennsylvania Secretary Of State website to get started with filing for an online submission form and payment processing via credit card (Visa or Mastercard only).

Mail Filing Option

Step 1: Prepare Necessary Information

Before you start filing forms with the Secretary of State office, make sure you have all the relevant information at hand. This includes:

The name and address of the existing registered agent
The business entity type
The name and address of the proposed new agent

Step 2: Submit a Change of Registered Agent Form

Now that you have all the necessary information, it’s time to submit a Change of Registered Agent form to the Pennsylvania Secretary of State office. You can download a copy here. If you are submitting by mail, send it to:
Pennsylvania Department of State, Corporation Bureau
PO Box 8722
Harrisburg PA 17105

What Do Registered Agents Actually Do?

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:

Help keep your address off public documents.
Send you same day digital scans of all legal documents and state notifications.
Offer services in all 50 states.
Provide compliance management like annual report reminders and filing services.

Businesses Structures That Are Required to Have a Registered Agent in Pennsylvania

All businesses, domestic and foreign, that register with the Pennsylvania Secretary of State must maintain a registered agent. This includes all:

LLCs
Corporations
Limited partnerships
Limited Liability Partnerships

It does not include:

Sole proprietors
General partnerships

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I change my registered agent in Pennsylvania?

You can change your registered agent in Pennsylvania by submitting a Change of Registered Agent form to the Pennsylvania Secretary of State office.

What information must be included on the Change of Registered Agent form?

The Change of Registered Agent should include the name and address of the existing registered agent, the business entity type, and the name and address of the proposed new agent.

When must a Change of Registered Agent form be filed with the Pennsylvania Secretary of State?

The Change of Registered Agent form must be filed within 60 days after making a change to the registered agent or office address.

Who may serve as a registered agent in Pennsylvania?

Any individual who is at least 18 years old who resides in Pennsylvania, or any corporation authorized to do business in Pennsylvania, may serve as a registered agent in Pennsylvania.