Oklahoma Registered Agent
What is an Oklahoma registered agent?
An Oklahoma registered agent is a person or entity authorized to accept legal mail on behalf of a business. Appointing a registered agent in Oklahoma is legally required for every business in the state. You can hire a registered agent or act as your own, if you meet the requirements.
The Purpose of Oklahoma Registered Agents
The primary purpose of an Oklahoma registered agent is accepting service of process when the business it represents gets sued. So when a process server needs to notify a business of a lawsuit, they’ll take the papers to the registered agent the business has listed on official state paperwork. Once the registered agent is in possession of the lawsuit, they must forward it to the affected business. The state will also send important notices and reminders to your registered agent.
Oklahoma Registered Agent Requirements
Oklahoma law states that a business can appoint any of the following as its registered agent:
- The business itself
- An individual resident of the state
- A domestic or foreign company (in this context, foreign simply means formed in another state).
Either way, the registered agent must have both a name and street address on file with Oklahoma. Entities who serve as registered agents must maintain a business office at the street address listed with the state, and that business must maintain regular business hours.
If the registered agent is an individual, that person must be present at the listed address. So if you’re going to act as your own registered agent, you need to stay at the same address most of the day.
How to Find an Oklahoma Registered Agent
How you approach finding a registered agent in the Sooner State depends on if you want to be represented by a single person or by an entity.
If you’re looking for an individual, you could turn to a business partner, family member, or someone else you trust. But don’t hand the role to just anyone, since they’ll be dealing with sensitive legal information.
Hiring a professional registered agent company is a smart move because most come with small business perks. When you hire Registered Agents Inc, we can help you register a professional domain and set up your business website.
Can I be my own registered agent in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma is OK with a business acting as its own registered agent as long as you’re either an Oklahoma resident or an entity registered to do business in the Sooner State. You must keep regular business hours at a physical address within Oklahoma state lines.
You also shouldn’t mind listing your registered office address on the relevant business formation documents. If you’d rather keep that information off the public record, you can hire a registered agent service instead.
How to Appoint a Registered Agent in Oklahoma
If you’re forming an LLC, use your Articles of Organization to appoint a registered agent. If you’re forming a corporation, use your Certificate of Incorporation to designate a registered agent. Out-of-state corporations must list registered agent information on their Certificate of Qualification, while out-of-state LLCs must use the Registration of Foreign LLC form.
The forms can be filed online, by mail, or in person. For mail or in-person services, use the below address:
Oklahoma Secretary of State
421 N.W. 13th St.
Suite 210
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
How to Change My Registered Agent in Oklahoma
Once an agent has been designated, you can remove them and appoint someone else by filing a Change of Registered Agent and/or Registered Office form. There are different forms for LLCs and corporations, so look at the Secretary of State’s downloadable business forms and choose the right one based on your business entity type.
The form costs $25 to file. It can be filed online, mailed, or delivered in-person.
Why Should I Hire Registered Agents Inc?
When you hire Registered Agents Inc as your Oklahoma registered agent, you receive the advantages of a national team combined with the on-the-ground knowledge of local experts. This means you’re getting:
Same-day document uploads
We don’t leave you hanging: our Oklahoma team scans and uploads legal mail to your online account right after we get it.
Instant notifications
You’ll get an email as soon as a new document is added to your account. This avoids lag time and lets you address any issues ASAP.
Annual report filing
Foreign and domestic LLCs are required to file an Annual Certificate with the Secretary of State, due on your company’s anniversary of formation. When you hire us to act as your registered agent, we’ll file the Annual Certificate for you. You only need to pay the state fee.
Local offices in your state
Registered Agents Inc has offices in every state. So whether you stay in Oklahoma or expand to Texas, we’ll have your back.
Expert help
Got a question about state paperwork? Our customer support team can help, as they’re well-acquainted with the nuts and bolts of business filings in Oklahoma.
Secure online account
Your secure online account has it all. From here you can manage your enrolled services, add branding tools that boost your brand identity (like a custom domain and website), view your scanned documents, and access our library of business forms by state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a registered agent in Oklahoma?
Registered agent service generally runs between $50 and $300 a year in Oklahoma. Our premium Registered Agent service costs $200 per year.
Does Oklahoma require a registered agent?
Yes, Oklahoma law requires business entities operating in the state to designate and maintain a registered agent.
How much does it cost to start an LLC in Oklahoma?
Filing Oklahoma LLC Articles of Organization costs $100. There’s an additional 4% service charge if you use a credit card to pay the filing fee.
