How Do I Change My Registered Agent in Vermont?
To change your registered agent in Vermont, you’ll need to file a Registered Agent Change form with the Vermont Secretary of State’s office.
We’ll help you by providing the correct forms and steps to complete the process.
Another option is to have your new registered agent service process the change for you.
Recommended: Northwest ($125/year) will help you file your change of registered agent paperwork and pay the state filing fee.
Changing Vermont Registered Agents
Whether you’re changing Vermont 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 Registered Agent Change form online via the Vermont Secretary of State’s Online Services website. The steps for this process include:
- Log in to the website
- Under “VT Sec of State Online Services,” select “Change Your Registered Agent”
- Search for and select your business
- Complete and submit the form along with the payment
Once you submit your form, the change is typically processed in less than a day.
Changing Your Registered Agent by Mail
Vermont recommends filing your business entity’s registered agent change form online, but you have the option of submitting a hard copy by mail. You will need to request a paper form and then follow the provided instructions.
Submit the form to:
Vermont Secretary of State
Corporations Division
128 State St.
Montpelier, VT 05633-1104
Vermont Filing Fee
The filing fee is $25, which must be paid at the time of submission. An individual or business entity can pay this fee by credit card. For full instructions, read the Secretary of State’s webpage on registered agent changes and resignations.
FAQs
The fee for changing your registered agent in Vermont is $25, payable by credit card or electronic check online. If filing by mail, it must be paid using a check or money order made payable to "VT SOS."
Yes, you can be your own registered agent in Vermont. In Vermont, every business entity is required to have a registered agent who maintains an office within the state and is available during normal business hours to receive service of process. This person must be at least 18 years old.
Yes. To change your Vermont registered agent for service of process online, you can file a change form through the Secretary of State’s website.