How Do I Change My Registered Agent in Wyoming?
Changing your registered agent in Wyoming is a relatively straightforward process that involves submitting the Change of an Entity’s Registered Agent and Office form with the state.
We’ve outlined the steps to update your registered agent below.
If you’re using a new registered agent service, most will file this information on your behalf.
Recommended: Northwest ($125/year) will help you file your change of registered agent paperwork and pay the state filing fee.
Changing Wyoming 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 by Mail
Filing a Change of an Entity’s Registered Agent and Office form with the Wyoming Secretary of State is the only way to change your registered agent.
This can be done by mail or in person. First, download the form from the Wyoming Secretary of State website and then fill it out. Then, complete the Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent form.
Submit the completed change form and the completed Consent to Appointment form to:
Wyoming Secretary of State
Herschler Building East, Suite 101
122 W. 25th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82002-0020
Written Consent
When changing agents in Wyoming, you must get written consent from your new agent. This can be done with a Consent to Appointment by Registered Agent form.
This form must be filed with the Secretary of State along with the change form.
FAQs
Changing your Wyoming registered agent with the Secretary of State requires no filing fee.
Yes, you can be your own registered agent in Wyoming. However, there are several requirements. First and foremost, you must be at least 18 years of age and have a physical street address within the state where you can receive legal documents on behalf of your business.
No, the Secretary of State's office requires businesses to file a paper form in order to change their Wyoming registered agent.