Who can be a registered agent in North Carolina
- An individual who resides in North Carolina and agrees to act as agent
- A corporation, nonprofit or LLC registered and authorized to do business in North Carolina, whose business office matches the registered office
The registered agent must continuously maintain a physical registered office in North Carolina. A separate registered mailing address may be a P.O. box.
Can you be your own agent?
Yes, if you live in North Carolina.
Changing your agent
State fee: $5. File Form BE-06, Statement of Change of Registered Office and/or Registered Agent, or update it on your next annual report. Changes must be reported within 60 days.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered agent for my North Carolina LLC?
Yes. Every North Carolina LLC must continuously maintain a registered agent. The registered agent must continuously maintain a physical registered office in North Carolina. A separate registered mailing address may be a P.O. box.
Can I be my own registered agent in North Carolina?
Yes, if you live in North Carolina.
How much does it cost to change a registered agent in North Carolina?
The state filing fee is $5. File Form BE-06, Statement of Change of Registered Office and/or Registered Agent, or update it on your next annual report. Changes must be reported within 60 days.