Who keeps the registered agent records in Delaware?

Delaware Division of Corporations maintains the registered agent of record for each entity. The requirement comes from 8 Del. C. §§ 131–132 (corporations); 6 Del. C. § 18-104 (LLCs).

What does registered agent service cost in Delaware?

Cornerstone Licensing provides Delaware registered agent service for $99 per year, with renewals at $149 per year. Same-day document scanning and forwarding is included; there are no per-document charges.

Can I be my own registered agent in Delaware?

An individual with a physical street address in the state who is available during business hours can generally serve. The entity itself cannot act as its own registered agent, and a P.O. box does not satisfy the street-address requirement.

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Delaware registered agent requirements

Who must appoint a registered agent in Delaware, which office keeps the record, how to change agents, and what reliable coverage costs.

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Reviewed by Cornerstone Staff28 years of financial services state licensing experienceLast verified July 29, 2026

Direct answer

Does Delaware require a registered agent?

Every corporation, LLC, or other registered entity formed or qualified in Delaware must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. Delaware Division of Corporations keeps the agent of record under 8 Del. C. §§ 131–132 (corporations); 6 Del.

Last verified July 29, 2026

The Delaware requirement

Every corporation, LLC, limited partnership, or other registered entity formed or qualified to do business in Delaware must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. The agent has to be available during business hours to accept service of process, tax notices, and official correspondence. A lapse can mean missed lawsuits, penalties, loss of good standing, or administrative dissolution.

Filing office: Delaware Division of Corporations
Statute: 8 Del. C. §§ 131–132 (corporations); 6 Del. C. § 18-104 (LLCs)
Cornerstone Licensing service fee: $99 per year (renews at $149)

Changing your registered agent in Delaware

File a certificate of change of registered agent and/or registered office with the Delaware Division of Corporations. The change takes effect on filing.

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Delaware registered agent FAQ

Does Delaware require a registered agent?: Yes. Every corporation, LLC, or other registered entity formed or qualified in Delaware must continuously maintain a registered agent with a physical street address in the state. A lapse can lead to penalties, loss of good standing, or administrative dissolution.
Who keeps the registered agent records in Delaware?: Delaware Division of Corporations maintains the registered agent of record for each entity. The requirement comes from 8 Del. C. §§ 131–132 (corporations); 6 Del. C. § 18-104 (LLCs).
How do I change my registered agent in Delaware?: File a certificate of change of registered agent and/or registered office with the Delaware Division of Corporations. The change takes effect on filing.
What does registered agent service cost in Delaware?: Cornerstone Licensing provides Delaware registered agent service for $99 per year, with renewals at $149 per year. Same-day document scanning and forwarding is included; there are no per-document charges.
Can I be my own registered agent in Delaware?: An individual with a physical street address in the state who is available during business hours can generally serve. The entity itself cannot act as its own registered agent, and a P.O. box does not satisfy the street-address requirement.

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