How to Change Your Registered Agent in Colorado

Switching registered agents in Colorado is straightforward. Whether you're unhappy with your current service, looking for faster document handling, or simply want better pricing, you can update your registered agent information with the Colorado Secretary of State in just a few steps.

Why Change Your Registered Agent?

Businesses switch registered agents for many reasons:

Slow Document Handling If your current agent takes days to forward important legal documents, you could miss critical deadlines. Fast turnaround matters when you're dealing with lawsuits, compliance notices, or time-sensitive government correspondence.

High Fees Many registered agent services charge $125 to $436 per year, often with additional fees for document scanning or forwarding. You might find better value elsewhere.

Poor Communication Missed documents, unreturned calls, or lack of compliance reminders can put your business at risk. Reliable communication is essential for registered agent service.

Privacy Concerns If you initially designated yourself or an employee as your registered agent, your home or office address appears on public business records. Switching to a professional service protects your privacy.

Relocation If your current registered agent (whether an individual or service) no longer maintains a Colorado address, you'll need to designate a new agent who meets the state's requirements.

Steps to Change Your Registered Agent in Colorado

Here's how to update your registered agent with the Colorado Secretary of State:

1. Choose a new registered agent who meets Colorado requirements Your new agent must be an individual with a primary residence or usual place of business in Colorado (who can verify residency with a valid Colorado driver's license or state ID as of July 1, 2025), or a business entity registered with the Colorado Secretary of State and in good standing. The agent must have a physical street address in Colorado and be available during normal business hours.

2. File the change form with the Colorado Secretary of State You'll submit a Statement of Change through the Secretary of State's online portal or by mail. The form requires your business information, current registered agent details, and new registered agent information.

3. Pay the $10 filing fee Colorado charges a $10 fee to process registered agent changes. This fee is paid directly to the Secretary of State, not to your new registered agent.

4. Confirm the change in state records Once the Secretary of State processes your filing, you can verify the update by searching for your business entity in the state's online database. The new registered agent information will appear in your public business records.

Common Reasons to Switch to Colorado Registered Agent

Same-Day Document Handling We scan and email documents the same day they arrive, so you're immediately aware of legal notices, service of process, or compliance matters. Originals are forwarded to your preferred mailing address without delay.

Affordable Pricing At $99 per year with no hidden fees, we cost less than most Colorado registered agent services while providing faster document handling and full compliance support.

Compliance Alerts We send timely reminders about Colorado's annual Periodic Report and other filing deadlines, helping you avoid late fees and maintain good standing with the Secretary of State.

Privacy Protection Our Denver address appears on your public business filings instead of your home or office, keeping your personal information out of public databases.

Professional Service We're here during business hours every day to accept documents and respond to your questions. No automated systems, no runaround—just reliable service.

We Make Switching Easy

When you sign up for Colorado Registered Agent, we'll provide the information you need to complete your Statement of Change form with the Colorado Secretary of State. Once your filing is processed and the $10 state fee is paid, we'll immediately start receiving documents on your behalf.

You don't need to notify your old registered agent before filing the change—the state will update the records, and your former agent will no longer receive documents for your business.

Get Started for $99 Per Year

Ready to switch to faster, more affordable registered agent service in Colorado? Our $99 annual plan includes everything you need:

• Registered office address in Colorado
• Same-day document scanning and forwarding
• Compliance reminders and alerts
• Online document portal
• Privacy protection

No complicated contracts. No surprise fees. Just straightforward service that works the way it should.