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Delaware Registered Agent Rules & Member Privacy

01 / The direct answer

Keep an active physical Delaware Registered Agent ($199/year), review service-of-process arrangements, and preserve private internal member records.

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Delaware statutory references supplied for the October 25, 2026 review; confirm current official instructions.

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02 / Follow the decisions

Start with the right question.

Statutory Rule & Filing Mechanics (8 Del. C. § 132 & 6 Del. C. § 18-104)

Keep an active physical Delaware Registered Agent ($199/year), review service-of-process arrangements, and preserve private internal member records.

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Physical Delaware Office & Process Handling

A Registered Agent accepts official legal papers. Our $199/year service includes same-day scanning.

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Change of Registered Agent

Certificate of Change of Agent: $50 state + $99 service = $149 total.

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03 / Before you proceed

Your preparation checklist

  • Confirm LLC, standard C-Corp, Venture 10M-Share C-Corp, or Series LLC
  • Clear Delaware ICIS entity name
  • Designate physical Delaware Registered Agent
  • File Certificate of Formation ($110) or Incorporation ($109)
  • Execute Operating Agreement or Bylaws; review 30-day § 83(b) election
  • Calendar March 1 corporation report or June 1 LLC tax
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04 / Your decision tool

Delaware Registered Agent Checklist

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05 / Facts & fees

Keep the requirements separate.

Delaware statutory references; confirm current requirements before filing.
RequirementRule / confirmation neededOfficial authority
Physical Delaware Office & Process HandlingA Registered Agent accepts official legal papers. Our $199/year service includes same-day scanning.Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗
Change of Registered AgentCertificate of Change of Agent: $50 state + $99 service = $149 total.Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗
06 / Your next path

Carry the decision forward.

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07 / Questions answered

Before your next step

8 Del. C. § 132 & 6 Del. C. § 18-104. Keep an active physical Delaware Registered Agent ($199/year), review service-of-process arrangements, and preserve private internal member records.

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No. 8 Del. C. § 132 and 6 Del. C. § 18-104 require a physical Delaware street address.

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Loss of an agent can lead to forfeiture or cancellation and loss of good standing. Review applicable notices and revival procedures.

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