Indiana Registered Agent
What is an Indiana registered agent?
Indiana registered agents are responsible for accepting legal service of process, state notices, and tax documents on behalf of a business. Indiana Code § 23-0.5-4-1 requires that every business appoint and maintain a registered agent in the state.
What does an Indiana registered agent do?
An Indiana registered agent is required to be available at a physical address in the state to accept a company’s correspondence during regular business hours. They cannot use a P.O. box address, and they must forward all documents to the last known contact address provided by the company.
Basically, a registered agent serves as a reliable point of contact for a business. If the state or a process server needs to get in touch with your business, they will deliver notices directly to your registered agent.
What happens if I don’t have a registered agent?
If you don’t appoint a registered agent within your initial business filing, the Indiana Secretary of State will reject it outright. Failing to maintain a registered agent during the existence of your company may result in missing important deadlines, default judgment against your company, or administrative dissolution of your company by the state.
Can an individual be a registered agent in Indiana?
An individual can be a registered agent in Indiana if they are 18 or older and have a home, office, or business street address located in the state. Business owners can be appointed as a registered agent for their company as individuals, but a company cannot be its own registered agent.
How do I find a registered agent in Indiana?
You can find out who is the registered agent for a company by searching the entity name using the Indiana Secretary of State’s Business Name Search. Entity listings include the registered agent name and registered office for companies, which can be used to officially notify the company of any pending legal, statutory, or tax actions.
If you’re searching for a registered agent to represent your company, you can look to a friend, colleague, or even yourself, if you’re willing to list your address on the public record. You can also hire a professional registered agent for services beyond the minimum requirements.
How do I change my registered agent in Indiana?
You have three options for changing your registered agent on state record in Indiana:
- Complete a Statement of Change of Registered Agent form
- File an amendment for your corporation or LLC
- Update your registered agent when you file your biennial Business Entity Report
How much does it cost to change my registered agent?
The cost to change your Indiana registered agent varies, depending on which filing you choose.
Filing a Statement of Change is free, but amendments cost $20 for corporations and $30 for LLCs. Biennial reports for corporations and LLCs cost $32 to file by mail or $50 to file online.
How can Registered Agents Inc help?
With many options for your registered agent, you may wonder how Registered Agents Inc stands apart from the rest. Hiring us guarantees you the following benefits:
Easy-to-use interface
We have developed proprietary software in-house to help our clients manage their incoming legal and state documents. Whether you have one company or many, our secure online accounts make it easy to keep track of them all.
Fast email notifications
Registered agents are required to forward documents to appointing companies, and we make the process simple with digital forwarding. When new documents are uploaded to your account, we instantly notify you that they’re available to view in PDF format.
Privacy and document security
Most business details are only a few clicks away, and we aim to keep your information safe from the public. Whenever possible, we use our registered agent address in place of your own, and we never sell or hand your data over to third parties.
Local support nationwide
Offering all the benefits of local service with offices all over the U.S. is our way of making sure you have the support you need. Whether you’re opening a new company in the same state or expanding to a new one, let us help with expert filers across the map.
Innovative services
We’re leaders in the commercial registered agent and business formation industries. Registered Agents Inc is dedicated to continuously improving our services by providing a streamlined formation and maintenance experience for our clients.
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Experience and reliability
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Indiana registered agent cost?
You can spend anywhere from $50 to $300 for professional registered agent services in Indiana. For $200 a year, we’ve got you covered as your registered agent and we’ll even file your annual report at no extra cost to keep you in good standing.
Do I need to hire a commercial registered agent in Indiana?
There’s no requirement to hire a commercial registered agent, but there are advantages. Commercial agents are are known for their professionalism, dependability, and infrastructure. If you travel often or don’t have a viable mailing address, this can be very helpful.
Is here an annual report for companies in Indiana?
Companies in Indiana must file every two years (biennially) by the end of their registration month.
Do I need a business license in Indiana?
While there’s not a universal business license for all businesses in Indiana, some industries may require additional professional licensing by industry.
