California Registered Agent (Agent for Service of Process)

Appointing An Individual

California allows you to appoint a consenting individual to serve as your registered agent. Individuals must meet all of the following requirements at all times:

• The individual must be a resident of California.
• The individual must make available their name and street address to be included in the public records of California as your registered agent. The street address, called the registered office, must be a physical address in California. A P.O. Box or mailbox service is almost never allowed since the agent must personally sign for your document.
• The individual must be available at the address listed during business hours to sign for documents.

When deciding on your California Agent for Service of Process, consider that individuals travel, meet with clients, and take time off. Any absence increases your risk of missing the delivery of important legal notices. A registered agent company is always available to receive documents on behalf of your business.

Appointing A Company

Using our professional registered agent service in California provides the following benefits:

• Fulfill the state requirement
  We provide a physical office in Sacramento to serve as your agent. This allows your business to meet the statutory obligation to appoint a registered agent in California.
• Privacy
  

  Using our registered agent service helps protect the privacy of your business.

  • Avoid receiving a lawsuit in front of your clients and employees. We receive uniformed process servers, notice of lawsuit, and other deliveries discreetly at our offices.
  • Our contact information (not yours) is listed publicly with the California Secretary of State - Business Programs Division.
  • We keep your information confidential and do not give it out to inquirers unless we are legally required to do so.
• Enjoy flexible hours
  The registered agent is generally required to be available at its physical office during all regular business hours. In an era of remote work and busy schedules, enjoy safety and flexibility in your schedule, while minimizing the risk of a missed delivery.
• Avoid change fees
  If you move your office, simply let us know your new address. You won't have to worry about change forms and fees with the California Secretary of State - Business Programs Division.
• Support as you grow
  Harbor Compliance is a nationwide registered agent service provider. As your business grows, you are required to appoint a registered agent in each state. We consolidate your accounts payable through one vendor and help you stay compliant as you grow.
• Peace of mind
  Our California registered agent service includes local document scanning and same-day electronic delivery. This helps ensure that you have plenty of time to respond in the event of service of process. This peace of mind is worth the investment.