How to Change Your Registered Agent in North Carolina

How to File

1. 1

   Obtain the Change of Registered Agent form

   Download Form L-10 (Statement of Change of Registered Office/Agent) from the North Carolina Secretary of State website at https://www.sosnc.gov or request it by mail.

2. 2

   Complete the required information

   Fill out your LLC's name, file number, current registered agent information, and new registered agent details including name and North Carolina street address.

3. 3

   Get consent from your new registered agent

   Ensure your new registered agent agrees to serve and has a physical North Carolina address (PO boxes are not acceptable for registered agent addresses).

4. 4

   Sign and date the form

   The form must be signed by an authorized person of the LLC, typically a member or manager, and include the date of signing.

5. 5

   Submit the form with payment

   File Form L-10 with the NC Secretary of State along with the $5 filing fee. You can file online, by mail, or in person at the Secretary of State office.

6. 6

   Update your LLC records

   Once approved, update your internal LLC records and notify any relevant parties (banks, vendors, etc.) of the registered agent change.