Learn about the legal requirement for a registered agent and how it protects your business.
A registered agent (also called a statutory agent or resident agent) is a person or company designated to receive official government documents, legal notices, and tax correspondence on behalf of your business.
Every US LLC and corporation is required by law to maintain a registered agent with a physical address in the state of formation. This ensures the state can always deliver important documents to your business.
As a non-resident, you need a registered agent because you don't have a physical address in the US. A professional service like Rafael & Co provides:
Our registered agent service is $99/year and is included free for the first year with any company formation package.
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