--- title: "LLC Attorney" description: "How to change your registered agent in Maine in 2026. Filing form, fee ($35), processing time, and what happens after you switch." canonical: https://llcattorney.com/states/me/change-registered-agent-maine image: https://llcattorney.com/images/share-cover.png source_path: /states/me/change-registered-agent-maine --- ## Maine Registered Agent Change — At a Glance Detail Information Filing form Statement of Change of Registered Agent Filing agency Maine Secretary of State Filing fee $35 Processing time 3–5 business days Expedited processing Not available Online filing Available New agent consent required No ## Why Would You Change Your Registered Agent? Most LLCs switch their registered agent for one of these reasons: - **Moving your business** — your current RA must have a physical address in Maine, so relocating out of state requires a new agent - **Replacing a personal address** — many owners initially list themselves as their own RA, then switch to a professional service for privacy - **Service issues** — the current RA is unreliable, slow to forward documents, or has raised prices - **The original RA resigned** — a registered agent can resign, leaving the LLC without a compliant agent LLC Attorney provides **registered agent service** through its ongoing compliance subscription. If you formed your LLC elsewhere and want to switch, LLC Attorney can serve as yourMaine registered agent and handle the change filing for you. ## How to Change Your Registered Agent in Maine 1 ### Choose Your New Registered Agent Your new registered agent must meet Maine's requirements: Maine requires a registered agent to be an individual who is a Maine resident or a business entity authorized to transact business in the state. The agent must continuously maintain a physical street address in Maine — P.O. boxes do not meet the registered office requirement. 2 ### Confirm the New Agent Maine does not require the new agent to sign or consent before the filing — confirm their address and availability before proceeding. 3 ### Complete Statement of Change of Registered Agent Obtain the form from the Maine Secretary of State at https://maine.gov/sos and complete all required fields, including your LLC name, current registered agent information, and new registered agent information. 4 ### File and Pay the Fee Submit the form online or by mail with the Maine Secretary of State. The filing fee is $35. Processing time is 3–5 business days. 5 ### Notify the Old Agent Maine does not require you to formally notify your former registered agent after filing. As a best practice, send a brief written notice so they can close your account. ## What Happens After You Change Your Registered Agent? Once the Maine Secretary of State processes the filing, the new registered agent's name and address appear in the public record. Here's what to update afterward: - **Operating agreement** — update any provision that lists the registered agent - **Business licenses and permits** — many include the RA on file; update as needed - **IRS records** — if your EIN correspondence goes to the RA address, update the IRS with Form 8822-B - **Contracts and agreements** — review any agreements that reference the old registered agent ## Switch to LLC Attorney as Your Maine Registered Agent LLC Attorney provides Maine registered agent service and handles the change filing with the Maine Secretary of State — so you don't have to track down forms or manage the paperwork yourself. Ready to Launch Your Dream Business?Follow our fast, easy process to get started right now.[Switch to LLC Attorney as My Agent](https://app.llcattorney.com/formation/ra-switch) ## Changing Your Registered Agent in Maine — FAQs ### How much does it cost to change your registered agent in Maine? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) The filing fee to change your registered agent in Maine is $35. There may also be a fee from your new registered agent service. ### How long does it take to change your registered agent in Maine? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) 3–5 business days. Expedited processing is not available — standard processing applies. ### Does your new registered agent need to consent in Maine? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) No. Maine does not require the new registered agent to sign a consent form before the change takes effect. However, you should confirm the new agent's willingness to serve before filing. ### Can you change your own registered agent or do you need an attorney? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) You can change your registered agent yourself by filing the Statement of Change of Registered Agent directly with the Maine Secretary of State. An attorney is not required. Many LLC owners use a registered agent service like LLC Attorney to handle the filing and take over as the new agent simultaneously. ### What happens if you don't have a registered agent in Maine? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) If your LLC is without a registered agent in Maine — even temporarily — the Maine Secretary of State can place your LLC in bad standing, which may prevent you from entering contracts, obtaining financing, or registering in other states. Always have a compliant registered agent on file. ### Can LLC Attorney serve as your Maine registered agent? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) Yes. LLC Attorney provides Maine registered agent service through its ongoing compliance subscription. For existing LLCs that formed elsewhere, LLC Attorney can become your registered agent and handle the change filing with the Maine Secretary of State. ## Related Maine LLC Resources - [Maine LLC Formation Guide](/states/me) - [Maine Registered Agent Service](/states/me/registered-agent-maine) - [How to Amend Your Maine LLC](/states/me/llc-amendment-maine)