How to Change Your Registered Agent in Minnesota

Switching registered agents in Minnesota is straightforward when you understand the process and requirements. Whether you're moving from another service to Minnesota Registered Agent or simply updating your business records, you can complete the change by filing the appropriate form with the Minnesota Secretary of State and paying the required fee.

Common Reasons to Change Your Registered Agent

Businesses change their registered agent for many legitimate reasons:

Service quality issues — Your current agent doesn't forward documents promptly, misses compliance notifications, or provides poor customer support when you have questions.

Privacy concerns — You're currently using your home or business address as your registered agent address, and you'd prefer to keep that information private from public records.

Cost considerations — You're paying significantly more than necessary for basic registered agent service, or your rates increased dramatically at renewal.

Relocation — You or your current agent is moving outside Minnesota, and you need a new agent with a Minnesota address to maintain compliance.

Feature needs — Your current agent doesn't provide document scanning, online portal access, or compliance reminders that would make your operations smoother.

Business changes — You're restructuring your business operations and want all your registered agent services consolidated with one provider.

Steps to Change Your Registered Agent in Minnesota

The registered agent change process involves a few straightforward steps:

1. Choose a new registered agent who meets Minnesota requirements — Your new agent can be an individual Minnesota resident over 18, or a business entity (domestic or foreign) authorized in Minnesota. Minnesota Registered Agent meets all state requirements.

2. File the change form with the Minnesota Secretary of State — Submit the appropriate form to update your business records. You can file online or by mail through the Secretary of State's office.

3. Pay the $35 filing fee — The fee varies by entity type and filing method. By mail, it's $35 for domestic entities and $50 for foreign corporations. Online, it's $55 for domestic entities and $70 for foreign corporations.

4. Confirm the change in state records — Once the Minnesota Secretary of State processes your filing, your new registered agent becomes the official point of contact for legal documents and government correspondence.

The process typically completes within a few business days, depending on state processing times and whether you file online or by mail.

What Happens During the Transition

When you switch to Minnesota Registered Agent, we help make the transition smooth. You'll provide your business information during enrollment, and we'll give you the details you need for your state filing. Once the Minnesota Secretary of State processes your change, we become your official registered agent.

Your previous agent typically continues serving until the state approves the change. We'll start receiving your documents once the update takes effect in state records.

Why People Switch to Minnesota Registered Agent

Exceptional Value — At $99 per year, we provide complete registered agent service for significantly less than many competitors charge. Why pay $200, $300, or more for the same basic service?

Educational Support — We don't just forward documents—we help you understand what they mean. If you receive a compliance notice or legal document and aren't sure how to proceed, we'll explain it in clear language.

Privacy Protection — Our Minnesota address appears on your public filings instead of your home or business address. This simple step protects your privacy and reduces unwanted solicitations.

Same-Day Document Processing — We scan and forward documents the same day they arrive. You get immediate email notification and can access everything through your online portal.

Compliance Reminders — We track Minnesota deadlines and send reminders for Annual Renewals and other important filings. You won't need to maintain separate calendar systems or worry about missing critical dates.

Responsive Service — We're available Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm Central Time. When you have questions, you'll reach people who care about providing helpful answers.

Understanding Minnesota's Free Annual Renewal

One thing worth knowing as you manage your Minnesota business: the state's Annual Renewal is free if you file on time. That's $0 in filing fees as long as you submit by December 31 each year.

However, if you miss the deadline and your business is dissolved for non-filing, you'll face a $45 reinstatement fee. Our compliance reminders help you avoid this situation by notifying you well before the deadline.

This is the kind of specific Minnesota knowledge that helps you stay compliant while minimizing costs.

Making the Switch Is Simple

We've helped many Minnesota businesses transition from other registered agents. The process is simpler than most people expect.

Once you sign up for our service, we provide the information you need for your state filing. You submit the change form to the Minnesota Secretary of State along with the appropriate filing fee. After the state processes your submission, we take over as your registered agent.

From there, you'll have access to your document portal where you can view all correspondence, check compliance deadlines, and manage your account information.

What You Get with Minnesota Registered Agent

For $99 per year, your registered agent service includes:

• Registered office address in Minnesota
• Same-day document scanning and forwarding
• Compliance reminders and alerts
• Online document portal
• Privacy protection — our address on public filings

No complicated pricing tiers, no hidden fees, no surprises. Just straightforward, value-focused service that works.

Ready to Make the Change?

If your current registered agent situation isn't working for you, switching to Minnesota Registered Agent is straightforward and affordable. We'll help you navigate the filing requirements and get set up quickly.

Get Started — $99/year

Have questions about changing your registered agent or how our service works? Visit our FAQ page for detailed answers, or contact us directly at support@mnregisteredagent.org. We're happy to explain the process and help you understand whether we're the right fit for your Minnesota business.