How Do I Change My Registered Agent in Washington D.C.?
You can change your registered agent in Washington D.C. by filling out Form RA-3: Statement of Change of Registered Office or Registered Agent with the Washington D.C. Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection.
We’ve outlined the steps to change your DC registered agent below.
If you’re using a new registered agent service, most will file this information for you.
Recommended: Northwest ($125/year) will help you file your change of registered agent paperwork and pay the filing fee.
Changing Washington D.C. Registered Agents
Whether you’re changing registered agent services, your agent has resigned, or you want to be your own agent, you can follow the steps below to make the change.
Changing Your Registered Agent When Using a Professional Service
If you are hiring a new service, they will file the necessary paperwork for you.
The benefits of using a professional service are:
- Less Risk: A professional service will ensure that you don’t miss important legal documents or notifications (e.g., service of process, etc.).
- More Flexibility: A service will always be present to receive service of process during normal business hours so that you don’t have to be.
- Privacy: If you act as your own agent, your name and address will become public record. Using a service will help keep your information private. You’ll also avoid receiving lawsuit-related documents in front of your clients.
- Peace of mind: Using a service allows you to focus on running and growing your business.
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Changing Your Registered Agent Online
You can complete and submit a Statement of Change of Registered Office or Registered Agent form online via the DLCP CorpOnline website. The steps for this process include:
- Log in to the website and select “Other Online Services”
- Search for and select your company
- Select “RA-3 Statement of Change of Registered Agent,” then follow the prompts to complete and submit the form
Changing Your Registered Agent by Mail
To submit a Statement of Change of Registered Office or Registered Agent form by mail, first, download the form from the Washington D.C. Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection website and then fill it out.
Mail the completed forms and the fee to the following address:
Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Corporations Division
P.O. Box 92300
Washington, DC 20090
Washington D.C. Filing Fee
The fee for Form RA-3 is $40 for nonprofits and $50 for all other entities. You can pay this fee by check or credit card (online filing only).
FAQs
It costs $40 for nonprofits and $50 for all other entities to change their Washington D.C. registered agent when filing a Statement of Change of Registered Office or Registered Agent form with the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection.
Yes, it is possible to be your own registered agent in Washington D.C., provided that you meet the district’s requirements. According to the laws of Washington D.C., you must be 18 or older and have a physical address within the District to accept service of process during business hours.
Yes, changing Washington D.C. registered agents online is a viable option for businesses seeking to switch their representation. You'll need to file paperwork with the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP). This can be done entirely through their website.