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Texas . Registered Agent

Texas registered agent rules + how to change yours.

Every Texas LLC, Corporation, and Limited Partnership must designate a registered agent. This guide explains who can serve, what the address requirements are, the $15 change process, and why most founders use a professional agent.

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Who can serve

Texas registered agent requirements

  • Physical Texas address. P.O. Boxes are not accepted.
  • At least 18 years old.
  • Texas resident or authorized business entity.
  • Acceptance of appointment. The agent must formally accept the appointment.
  • Available during regular business hours.
Yourself vs Professional

Can I be my own registered agent in Texas?

Yes, if you meet the requirements above. But most founders choose a professional service because of three real downsides:

Your home address becomes public

Your registered agent address is published on the Texas Business + Public Filings (SOSDirect) business record.

You must be present during business hours

Service of Process and official mail must be received in person during business hours.

You must file a change every move

Every move requires a Statement of Change filing ($15).

How to change

How to change your Texas registered agent

  1. 1Choose your new agent. Confirm they meet Texas requirements and have agreed to serve.
  2. 2Prepare a Statement of Change. Texas requires the new agent to sign accepting.
  3. 3File with the Texas Secretary of State, Business + Public Filings Division. Fee: $15. Effective the day stamped.
  4. 4Notify your existing agent.

File.Business handles the entire change in 5 minutes. We prepare the Statement of Change, sign as the new agent, file with Texas, and confirm when stamped.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a registered agent in Texas?
Yes. Every LLC, Corporation, and Limited Partnership must designate a registered agent.
Can I be my own registered agent in Texas?
Yes, if you are a Texas resident, at least 18, have a Texas street address.
How do I change my Texas registered agent?
File a Statement of Change. Fee: $15. New agent must sign accepting.
What does a Texas registered agent do?
Receives Service of Process, state notices, and official correspondence.
What happens if I do not have a Texas registered agent?
Texas will administratively dissolve the entity.
Can a Texas registered agent be a P.O. Box?
No. Must be a physical street address.
How much does a Texas registered agent cost?
File.Business Registered Agent: $99 per state per year.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the Texas Secretary of State, Business + Public Filings Division or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Texas Secretary of State, Business + Public Filings Division. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the Texas Secretary of State, Business + Public Filings Division as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Texas attorney or CPA.

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