Short answer: Referred to as the Registered Office. Must maintain a physical PA street address, no PO boxes, or contract with a Commercial Registered Office Provider.
We've pulled these figures from the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations'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 Pennsylvania registered agent
Referred to as the Registered Office. Must maintain a physical PA street address, no PO boxes, or contract with a Commercial Registered Office Provider.
Check the rules above before naming yourself.
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 Pennsylvania compares
We haven't confirmed Pennsylvania's fee to change registered agents with the state yet. The national median among the 45 jurisdictions we track is $20.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Michigan | $5 | 37 of 45 |
| New Jersey | $25 | 13 of 45 |
| Ohio | $25 | 13 of 45 |
| Virginia | Varies | Not confirmed |
| Maryland | $25 | 13 of 45 |
Pennsylvania fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Organization (Form DSCB:15-8821) | $125 | Coupled with a New Entity Docketing Statement (Form DSCB:15-134A). |
Registered agent rules: Pennsylvania questions
What are the registered agent requirements in Pennsylvania?
Referred to as the Registered Office. Must maintain a physical PA street address, no PO boxes, or contract with a Commercial Registered Office Provider.
Can I be my own registered agent in Pennsylvania?
Generally yes, if you have a physical address in Pennsylvania and are available during business hours. Confirm with the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations.
How much does it cost to change registered agents in Pennsylvania?
We couldn't confirm a state fee for this yet. Not specified
Can a registered agent use a PO box in Pennsylvania?
No. Registered agents need a physical street address in Pennsylvania where legal papers can be delivered in person during business hours.
How much does a registered agent service cost in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania 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. Failure to file can trigger administrative dissolution after six months.
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: ra.self allowed, ra.change fee, report.late penalty.