Short answer: Physical street address within the state, PO boxes alone are insufficient. Changing agents costs $25.
We've pulled these figures from the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES)'s own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
Who can serve as a New Jersey registered agent
Physical street address within the state, PO boxes alone are insufficient.
You can be your own agent in New Jersey. The catch: your street address lands on the public record, and you need to be there during business hours to accept legal papers.
Paid registered agent services
| Service | Yearly price | What stands out |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Registered Agent | $125 | Uses its address on your public filings by default; scans state and legal mail |
| Bizee | Free year 1 with formation, then $149 | Says it runs its own offices in all 50 states; sends service of process by tracked FedEx |
| ZenBusiness | $199 | Sold as an add-on, not included with formation |
| LegalZoom | $249 | Sold separately from its LLC packages |
Compare all four in our registered agent rankings, or read the Bizee vs Northwest comparison.
How New Jersey compares
New Jersey's fee to change registered agents is $25. That's the 13th highest of 45 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $20, so New Jersey runs $5 above it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $25 | 13 of 45 |
| Connecticut | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Maryland | $25 | 13 of 45 |
| New York | $30 | 8 of 45 |
| Pennsylvania | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Delaware | $50 | 4 of 45 |
New Jersey fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Public Records Filing for New Business Entity (Certificate of Formation) | $100 | Flat $100 for both online and paper submissions (reduced from $125 effective July 1, 2026). |
| Change of registered agent | $25 | Fee to change the registered agent or office is $25. |
Registered agent rules: New Jersey questions
What are the registered agent requirements in New Jersey?
Physical street address within the state, PO boxes alone are insufficient.
Can I be my own registered agent in New Jersey?
Yes, if you meet New Jersey's requirements. Your address will appear on public filings, and you'll need to be available during business hours.
How much does it cost to change registered agents in New Jersey?
The state charges $25. Fee to change the registered agent or office is $25.
Can a registered agent use a PO box in New Jersey?
No. Registered agents need a physical street address in New Jersey where legal papers can be delivered in person during business hours.
How much does a registered agent service cost in New Jersey?
Commercial services typically charge a yearly fee. Northwest charges $125 a year and Bizee charges $149 a year after a free first year with formation, based on prices we checked. The state doesn't regulate these prices.
What happens if my New Jersey LLC doesn't have a registered agent?
You can miss lawsuits and state notices, and the state can eventually move to revoke or dissolve the LLC. Failing to file for two consecutive years places the LLC at risk of administrative revocation.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: name reservation.duration.