Alabama Registered Agent: registered agent Service in Alabama

Professional registered agent service for your Alabama business entity. Reliable, affordable, and fully compliant — just $99/year.

Everything you need to maintain good standing with the Alabama Secretary of State.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a registered agent?

A registered agent is an individual or business entity designated to receive legal documents, service of process, and official state correspondence on behalf of your Alabama business. The agent must maintain a physical address in Alabama and be available during normal business hours.

Why does Alabama require a registered agent?

Alabama law requires every LLC and corporation to maintain a registered agent to provide the state and legal system with a reliable contact point for delivering official documents, legal notices, and compliance communications to your business.

Who can serve as a registered agent in Alabama?

Individuals must be at least 18 years old and Alabama residents. Business entities serving as registered agents must be authorized to operate in the state. The agent needs a physical street address in Alabama available during normal business hours, and PO boxes are not acceptable.

What types of documents will I receive?

You'll receive service of process for lawsuits, official correspondence from the Alabama Secretary of State, tax notices, compliance reminders, Business Privilege Tax documents, and other legal or governmental communications addressed to your business entity.

Can I be my own registered agent?

Alabama doesn't permit self-appointment under the current requirements. Even if you meet the age and residency criteria, serving as your own agent means your personal address becomes part of public records and you must be available during business hours to receive documents.

How do I change my registered agent in Alabama?

File a change form with the Alabama Secretary of State, pay the $25 filing fee, and confirm the update appears correctly in state records. Your new agent should meet all Alabama requirements before you submit the change.

What are Alabama's annual report requirements?

Alabama doesn't use traditional annual reports. Instead, entity information is filed with your Business Privilege Tax return, which is due April 15 each year. The minimum Business Privilege Tax is $50 per year, reduced from $100 in 2022.

What is the Alabama Secretary of State?

The Alabama Secretary of State oversees business entity registrations, maintains corporate records, and manages compliance matters for LLCs, corporations, and foreign entities operating in Alabama. Their website is https://www.sos.alabama.gov/

How much does your service cost?

$99 per year with no hidden fees or setup charges. This covers your registered agent address, same-day document scanning and forwarding, compliance reminders, online portal access, and privacy protection.

What's included in the $99/year fee?

Everything you need: a physical registered office address in Alabama, same-day document scanning and forwarding, compliance reminders and alerts, secure online document portal, and privacy protection with our address on public filings.

How quickly do you forward documents?

We scan and forward documents the same day they arrive. You'll receive an email notification with the scanned document attached and can access it through your online portal immediately.

How do I sign up?

Visit our checkout page to begin enrollment. The process is efficient and straightforward. You'll receive your Alabama registered agent address and account information immediately after completing signup.

Can I use your address as my business mailing address?

Our address functions as your registered agent address for official and legal correspondence. We forward all documents we receive to your preferred mailing address or make them available through your online portal.

What happens if I miss the Business Privilege Tax deadline?

Missing the April 15 deadline can result in penalties and interest charges from Alabama. Continued non-compliance may lead to administrative dissolution of your business entity. We send reminders before the deadline to help you avoid these issues.

Do you provide registered agent service for foreign entities?

Yes. If your business was formed in another state but is registered to do business in Alabama, you need an Alabama registered agent. We provide identical service and pricing for foreign entities as we do for Alabama-formed businesses.

What if I need to contact you?

Email us at support@alregisteredagent.org, call during business hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm CT), or visit our contact page. We typically respond to inquiries within one business day.

How does the online document portal work?

After enrollment, you'll receive login credentials for your secure portal. All documents we receive are scanned and uploaded to your account the same day, where you can view, download, or share them as needed.

What if my registered agent address changes?

If we relocate our registered office, we'll handle all necessary filings with the Alabama Secretary of State and notify you in advance. Your service continues uninterrupted, and there's no action needed on your part.

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