How to Change Your Registered Agent in Arkansas

Update your LLC's registered agent with the Arkansas Secretary of State quickly and compliantly

By Edmond Hui · Last updated: January 2026

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How to File

  1. 1

    Obtain the Statement of Change of Registered Agent form

    Download Form RA-1 (Statement of Change of Registered Agent) from the Arkansas Secretary of State website at https://www.sos.arkansas.gov or request it by mail.

  2. 2

    Complete the required information

    Fill out your LLC's name, file number, current registered agent details, and new registered agent's name and Arkansas street address. Both old and new registered agents must sign the form.

  3. 3

    Get signatures from both agents

    The form requires signatures from both your current registered agent (acknowledging resignation) and your new registered agent (accepting appointment).

  4. 4

    Pay the filing fee

    Include a $25 filing fee with your form. Payments can be made by check or money order payable to 'Arkansas Secretary of State.'

  5. 5

    Submit the form

    Mail the completed form and fee to Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services Division, 1401 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 250, Little Rock, AR 72201, or file online if available.

  6. 6

    Receive confirmation

    The Arkansas Secretary of State will process your change and send confirmation. The change becomes effective upon filing and approval.

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When Should You Change Your Registered Agent?

  • Your current registered agent is moving out of Arkansas or closing their business
  • You want to switch from a friend or family member to a professional registered agent service
  • Your registered agent is unresponsive or failing to forward important legal documents
  • You're relocating your business and need a registered agent in a different Arkansas city

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