Delaware registered agent

Every Delaware company must name a registered agent with a street address in Delaware, open in business hours, to receive legal papers and state notices.

Questions

What does a Delaware registered agent do?

Receives lawsuits, subpoenas and official mail from the state for your company, and passes them on right away. Its address is on public record.

Can I be my own registered agent in Delaware?

Yes, if you have a street address in Delaware and are there during business hours. That address goes on public record, which is why many owners use a service.

What happens if I don't keep one?

You can miss a lawsuit and lose by default, and Delaware can take the company out of good standing.

How do I change my registered agent in Delaware?

File a change of agent with the Delaware Division of Corporations and pay $50. When you switch to us, we file it for you.