Quality Agent for Service of Process at Real Value

California Registered Agent provides professional agent for service of process service in California at $99/year. We help you understand California's requirements while delivering the reliable address and document handling your business needs to maintain compliance with the California Secretary of State.

Educational approach. Outstanding value. Practical solutions.

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Why Use an Agent for Service of Process in California

California requires every LLC and corporation to maintain an agent for service of process with a physical street address in the state. According to the California Secretary of State, this agent receives legal documents, official correspondence, and compliance notices directed to your business.

California uses the term "agent for service of process" rather than "registered agent," reflecting the agent's primary function of receiving legal service. The agent must have a physical address in California available during normal business hours to accept hand-delivered service and official documents.

Individuals serving as agents must be at least 18 years old and California residents. Corporations can serve as agents after filing the 1505 Certificate with the state. Notably, California is unique in prohibiting LLCs from serving as agents for service of process — only individuals and corporations qualify.

California law also prohibits entities from serving as their own agent for service of process, requiring all businesses to designate an external individual or qualified corporation.

California businesses that need an agent for service of process include:

• LLCs formed in California
• California corporations
• Foreign entities registered to do business in California
• Professional and nonprofit organizations

Using a professional agent for service of process keeps your personal address off public records filed with the California Secretary of State, protecting your privacy while ensuring compliance.

Key Benefits of Our Service

Privacy Protection Our California address appears on your state filings instead of your home or business address, keeping your personal information out of public databases accessible through the Secretary of State.

Reliable Compliance We maintain presence at our registered address during business hours, ensuring proper receipt of legal documents and state correspondence.

Document Handling Same-day scanning and forwarding ensures you receive documents quickly. Access everything through your secure online portal or via email notification.

Professional Presence A stable California business address on your filings demonstrates proper compliance and provides continuity in your state records.

Compliance Reminders We monitor California's Statement of Information deadlines and other requirements, sending alerts to help you stay in good standing.

Outstanding Value

$99/year includes everything:

• Registered office address in California
• Same-day document scanning and forwarding
• Compliance reminders and alerts
• Online document portal
• Privacy protection — our address on public filings

No setup fees. No surprise charges. No hidden costs.

Other agent for service of process providers typically charge between $125 and $436 per year. We believe in providing real value through quality service at fair pricing.

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Enrollment takes just minutes. We'll provide your California agent for service of process address for use on formation documents or for filing a change with the California Secretary of State if you're switching from another agent.

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This is not legal advice. California Registered Agent is not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal guidance.