Who can be a registered agent in Texas
- An individual resident of Texas
- A domestic entity, or a foreign entity registered to do business in Texas
The registered office must be a Texas street address where the agent can be personally served during normal business hours. It may not be solely a mailbox service or telephone answering service.
Can you be your own agent?
The LLC itself cannot act as its own registered agent. A member who is a Texas resident can serve as the agent as an individual.
Changing your agent
State fee: $15. File Form 401 (Statement of Change of Registered Office/Agent) with the Texas Secretary of State online via SOSPortal or by mail. Changes cannot be made on the Public Information Report.
Official form / portal →Registered agent services
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Recurring Texas filings to keep in good standing
Texas franchise tax report & Public Information Report
Due: May 15 each year (next business day if May 15 falls on a weekend or holiday). Fee: $0 for most small LLCs.
Full Texas filing guide →Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered agent for my Texas LLC?
Yes. Every Texas LLC must continuously maintain a registered agent. The registered office must be a Texas street address where the agent can be personally served during normal business hours. It may not be solely a mailbox service or telephone answering service.
Can I be my own registered agent in Texas?
The LLC itself cannot act as its own registered agent. A member who is a Texas resident can serve as the agent as an individual.
How much does it cost to change a registered agent in Texas?
The state filing fee is $15. File Form 401 (Statement of Change of Registered Office/Agent) with the Texas Secretary of State online via SOSPortal or by mail. Changes cannot be made on the Public Information Report.