Who can be a registered agent in Georgia
- An individual resident of Georgia
- A Georgia corporation or another Georgia LLC
- A foreign corporation or LLC with a certificate of authority to transact business in Georgia
The registered agent's address must be a physical street address in Georgia where the agent is located. A P.O. box or mail drop can't be used, and the agent's business office must be identical to the registered office.
Can you be your own agent?
The LLC itself cannot be its own registered agent. An owner who is a Georgia resident can serve as an individual.
Changing your agent
State fee: $60 (annual registration) or $30 (amended annual registration). Change the registered agent or registered office by filing your annual registration, or an amended annual registration if you already filed this year.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered agent for my Georgia LLC?
Yes. Every Georgia LLC must continuously maintain a registered agent. The registered agent's address must be a physical street address in Georgia where the agent is located. A P.O. box or mail drop can't be used, and the agent's business office must be identical to the registered office.
Can I be my own registered agent in Georgia?
The LLC itself cannot be its own registered agent. An owner who is a Georgia resident can serve as an individual.
How much does it cost to change a registered agent in Georgia?
The state filing fee is $60 (annual registration) or $30 (amended annual registration). Change the registered agent or registered office by filing your annual registration, or an amended annual registration if you already filed this year.