A registered agent is a person or business entity authorized to receive legal documents, service of process, and official government correspondence on behalf of your Florida business. Florida law requires every LLC, corporation, and limited partnership to designate a registered agent with a physical address in the state.
For $99 per year, we provide dependable registered agent service with same-day document handling, compliance alerts, and privacy protection.
Your registered agent serves as your business's official point of contact for important legal and government documents:
Service of Process If your business is named in a lawsuit, court documents will be served to your registered agent. This includes summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other legal notices.
State Correspondence The Florida Secretary of State sends official notices, filing confirmations, annual report reminders, and other government correspondence to your registered agent address.
Tax Notices State agencies send tax-related documents and notifications to your registered agent.
Legal Notices Various legal notifications related to your business operations, regulatory matters, or corporate actions are delivered through your registered agent.
The Florida Secretary of State has specific requirements for who can serve as a registered agent:
For Individual Registered Agents:
For Entity Registered Agents:
Self-Appointment Florida doesn't allow businesses to self-appoint as their own registered agent. However, an officer or member of your business can serve as the registered agent if they meet the residency requirements.
Florida requires a physical street address for the registered office. PO boxes don't satisfy this requirement. The agent must be available during normal business hours to receive documents.
Florida law requires the following business types to maintain a registered agent:
When you form a new business or register a foreign entity in Florida, you'll designate your registered agent on your formation or registration documents.
Florida doesn't allow businesses to serve as their own registered agent, but an officer or member of your business can fulfill this role if they're a Florida resident. While this is legally permissible, there are practical considerations:
Privacy Concerns Your registered agent's address appears on public business records accessible through Florida's Sunbiz portal. Using your home address means anyone can look up your personal information. A professional service keeps this information private.
Availability Requirements You must be available during normal business hours to accept service of process. If you travel frequently, work irregular hours, or run your business remotely, you may miss important documents.
Professional Image Many businesses prefer to project a more established image by using a professional registered agent with a dedicated commercial address.
Multiple Entities If you manage several business entities, tracking documents and deadlines for each can become complicated.
Same-Day Document Handling We scan and email documents the same day they arrive, so you're immediately aware of lawsuits, compliance notices, or other time-sensitive matters. Original documents are forwarded to your preferred address.
Privacy Protection Our Tallahassee address appears on your public business filings instead of your home or office, shielding your personal information from public databases and unwanted contact.
Compliance Reminders We monitor Florida's filing deadlines and send alerts about your annual report (due between January 1 and May 1) and other requirements. This helps you avoid the $400 late fee and maintain good standing with the state.
Reliable Availability We're here during business hours every day to accept service of process and legal documents. You don't have to worry about missing important deliveries.
Professional Address Our Florida address satisfies state requirements and presents a professional image for your business.
We provide dependable registered agent service in Florida at a fair price. Your $99 annual subscription includes:
No hidden fees. No per-document charges. Just reliable service you can count on.
Whether you're forming a new Florida LLC, switching from another registered agent, or registering a foreign entity to do business in Florida, the process is straightforward. If you're changing agents, you'll file a change form with the Florida Secretary of State (the state charges $25 for LLCs, $35 for corporations), and we'll immediately start receiving documents on your behalf.
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Florida registered agent requirements apply statewide — every LLC and corporation needs an agent with a physical Florida address, regardless of where the business operates. We handle documents for businesses throughout the state:
Jacksonville — Duval County; Florida's largest city; logistics, banking, and naval operations.
Miami — Miami-Dade County; international banking, trade, tourism, and Latin American business gateway.
Tampa — Hillsborough County; Gulf Coast port city with finance, healthcare, and defense.
Orlando — Orange County; tourism, aerospace, simulation technology, and healthcare.
St. Petersburg — Pinellas County; marine research, financial services, and healthcare on Tampa Bay.
Hialeah — Miami-Dade County; manufacturing and logistics hub in the Miami metro.
Tallahassee — Leon County; state capital; government and higher education.
Fort Lauderdale — Broward County; yachting, tourism, and corporate headquarters on the Atlantic coast.
Port St. Lucie — St. Lucie County; Treasure Coast community with healthcare and research.
Cape Coral — Lee County; Southwest Florida residential and small-business center.
Wherever your business operates in Florida, our registered office address meets state requirements for receiving service of process and official correspondence.