How to Change Your Registered Agent in Connecticut

Complete guide to updating your LLC's registered agent with the Connecticut Secretary of State, including required forms and filing procedures.

By Edmond Hui · Last updated: January 2026

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How to File

  1. 1

    Choose Your New Registered Agent

    Select an individual who is a Connecticut resident or a business entity authorized to conduct business in Connecticut. The agent must have a Connecticut street address and be available during normal business hours.

  2. 2

    Obtain the Required Form

    Download the Certificate of Change of Registered Agent form from the Connecticut Secretary of State website at https://portal.ct.gov/sots or request it by mail. This form is used to officially notify the state of your registered agent change.

  3. 3

    Complete the Certificate Form

    Fill out the form with your LLC's exact name, your new registered agent's name and Connecticut street address, and the effective date of the change. Include your LLC's current registered agent information for comparison.

  4. 4

    Get Required Signatures

    Have an authorized member, manager, or officer of your LLC sign the form. The signature must be notarized or include a verification statement under penalty of perjury.

  5. 5

    Submit the Form and Fee

    File the completed form with the Connecticut Secretary of State along with the required filing fee of $50. You can submit by mail to the Commercial Recording Division or file online through the state's business portal.

  6. 6

    Update Your Records

    Once approved, update your internal LLC records and notify any relevant parties (banks, vendors, attorneys) of your new registered agent information. Keep a copy of the filed certificate for your records.

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When Should You Change Your Registered Agent?

  • Your current registered agent is moving out of Connecticut or closing their business
  • You want to switch from being your own registered agent to a professional service for better privacy and reliability
  • Your registered agent has become unresponsive or is providing poor service
  • You're relocating your business and need a registered agent in a different Connecticut location

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