A registered agent is a business or individual who serves as a company’s representative. They are typically tasked with accepting documents on the LLC’s behalf, including official government correspondence. This can include service of process notices, tax information, communication from the Secretary of State, and notices of lawsuits. A Mississippi Registered agent acts as a middle-man, as it is their job to see that members of the LLC receive these documents.
Mississippi Registered Agent Requirements For an Individual
According to the Mississippi Secretary of State, some requirements go into being an individual who acts as a registered agent.
- Any individual over the age of 18 may act as a registered agent for any Mississippi company provided the agent has a physical address in the state of Mississippi.
- The registered agent must be at this address during regular business hours
- The registered agent must be at this address during regular business hours
- Registered agents are required to forward any service on behalf of a Mississippi business entity to that entity
Mississippi Registered Agent Requirements For a Company
In addition to individuals, third-party companies could serve as registered agents on behalf of business entities in Mississippi. They must meet these requirements.
- Any corporation or LLC may act as a registered agent for any Mississippi company provided the agent has a physical address in the state of Mississippi.
- Agents must be available at this address during regular business hours.
- Companies must be authorized to conduct business in Mississippi.
DoMyLLC Can Serve As Your Mississippi Registered Agent
It’s critical that new business owners find a registered agent upon who they can trust and rely. At DoMyLLC, we offer Mississippi registered agent services to those looking to file as an LLC or corporation in the state of Mississippi. When hiring us to serve as a registered agent, business owners can rest assured that they are receiving reliable, professional services, including:
- A physical address in the state of Mississippi, meeting requirements set forth by the Secretary of State’s Office.
- An office available during business hours from Monday through Friday. We can accept all legal correspondence for a company.
- A secure online account where business owners can manage your documents.
- An innovative management system design making it easier than ever for business owners to handle all legal correspondence, even if they’re not in the state.
- A compliance reminder system that informs business owners when annual report filings are due, ensuring they never miss a deadline.
- A compliance calendar, which is an easy-to-view method that allows owner to track when annual reports are due.
- A vast document library that includes both state and internal paperwork for Corporations and LLCs
- Links to state and government agencies
- Unlimited document storage
If businesses in Mississippi miss important deadlines, such as annual report filings, they could be subject to harsh penalties. When hiring DoMyLLC as a Mississippi registered agent, business owners can trust that their information will be uploaded to the online management system immediately upon delivery and that they will never miss an important deadline. DoMyLLC allows business owners to focus on running their business instead of having to burden themselves with compliance paperwork.
How To Change Your Mississippi Registered Agent
If you are a business owner in the state of Mississippi who is not satisfied with the registered agent currently representing your company, it’s possible that you can make a change.
- Hire a New Agent – Before anything, companies must secure their new agent. When informing the state of Mississippi of changes to their registered agent, companies will need to provide information about the new agent. Hiring a new agent before getting rid of your old agent ensures a seamless transition.
- File the Required Change of Agent Paperwork with the Mississippi Secretary of State – While there used to be a separate form to change registered agents in Mississippi, companies now rely upon an amendment system for businesses to make changes to their filings. Companies can complete the amendment online. Unlike in some other states, Mississippi states cannot make changes to their registered agent information when filing their annual report.
- Pay the Filing Fee – Companies must pay a $10 fee to change their registered agent. Although the price is nominal, it’s crucial that businesses pay if they expect their paperwork to be filed correctly. Companies can pay by using a credit card, e-check, or ACH account.
State Filing Fees
Mississippi business owners should pay careful attention to the filing fees in their state. The fees can range anywhere from $ 10 to $500 depending on the type of entity filing the paperwork, and whether they are filing for the first time.
| Entity Type | State Fee Registered Agent Change |
| Domestic Mississippi Corporation | $10 |
| Domestic Mississippi Limited Liability Company | $10 |
| Domestic Mississippi Non-Profit Corporations | $10 |
| Domestic & Foreign Partnerships (LP, LLP, LLLP) | $10 |
| Foreign Corporations | $10 |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporations | $10 |
| Foreign Limited Liability Companies | $10 |
| Corporation Entity Type | State Fee for Formation |
| Domestic Mississippi Corporation | $50 |
| Domestic Mississippi Non-Profit Corporation | $50 |
| Foreign Corporation Qualification | $500 |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporation Qualification | $125 |
| LLC Entity Type | State Fee for Formation |
| Domestic Mississippi Limited Liability Company | $50 |
| Domestic Mississippi Partnerships | $50 |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company Qualification | $250 |
| Foreign Partnership Qualification | $250 |