Fast, Reliable Agent for Service of Process in New York

Running a business in New York means dealing with some unique requirements. New York Registered Agent provides agent for service of process service at $99 per year, helping you stay compliant and get documents forwarded quickly so you can focus on what matters.

How New York Handles Service of Process

New York does things differently from most states. The New York Secretary of State is automatically designated as the default agent for service of process for all domestic and foreign entities operating in the state—this happens by law and is mandatory. You can't opt out of this.

However, you can also designate an additional private agent for service of process if you want. This is where services like ours come in. Having a private agent means documents get to you faster and you have an additional layer of privacy beyond just the Secretary of State.

Your private agent (if you designate one) must have a physical New York address—no PO boxes. Individuals must be New York residents or have a New York business address. Business entities must be authorized to operate in New York.

Why Use a Private Agent for Service of Process?

Since the Secretary of State already serves as your default agent, you might wonder why you'd designate an additional private agent. Here's why many businesses choose to:

Speed — When documents are served to the Secretary of State, it can take time for them to process and forward documents to you. A private agent scans and forwards documents the same day, getting critical information to you faster.

Privacy — While the Secretary of State is always listed, having a private agent means you can use our business address instead of your home or office address on your designation.

Reliability — We track all documents carefully and ensure nothing gets lost in the shuffle. You receive immediate notifications and have secure online access to everything.

Compliance Support — New York has some complex requirements, including a publication requirement within 120 days of formation and biennial statements every two years. We send reminders to help you stay on track.

What You Get for $99 Per Year

New York Registered Agent delivers fast, reliable service at a fair price:

New York Address — We provide a physical address in Albany that appears on your designation of agent filing. This protects your personal address from public view.

Same-Day Scanning and Forwarding — When we receive documents, we scan and forward them to you the same day. Speed matters with legal documents, and we make sure you're informed immediately.

Online Document Portal — Access all your forwarded documents anytime through your secure portal. Search, review, and download documents whenever you need them.

Compliance Reminders — New York has unique requirements like the publication requirement (six weeks of newspaper ads costing $300-$1,500+ depending on county, plus a $50 Certificate of Publication fee) and biennial statements ($9 due every two years). We remind you about these deadlines so you don't miss them.

Regular Business Hours Availability — We're available during regular business hours to accept service of process and official documents, exactly as New York requires.

Transparent Pricing

Professional agent for service of process services in New York typically range from $125 to $436 annually. We provide comprehensive service for $99 per year—no setup fees, no monthly charges, no hidden costs.

One annual payment covers everything: your New York address, same-day document forwarding, compliance reminders, and portal access. You get what you need without paying premium prices.

When you consider the time saved and the peace of mind from knowing documents reach you quickly, $99 per year is a smart investment.

Who Benefits from Our Service

Many types of New York businesses find our service valuable:

If you operate from home and don't want your residential address on public filings. If you need documents forwarded quickly rather than waiting for processing through the Secretary of State. If you're based outside New York but operate a business here. If you're managing multiple entities and want consolidated service.

Understanding New York's Unique Requirements

New York has some requirements you should know about:

Publication Requirement — Within 120 days of forming your LLC, you generally need to publish notices in two local newspapers for six weeks. This can cost anywhere from $300 to over $1,500 depending on your county. After publication, you file a Certificate of Publication with a $50 fee. This is separate from our registered agent service, but we'll remind you about the deadline.

Biennial Statement — Every two years, you need to file a biennial statement with a $9 fee. This is New York's version of an annual report, just less frequent.

LLC Formation Costs — Forming an LLC in New York costs $200, plus a $5 copy fee for a total of $205.

NYC Tax Considerations — If your LLC is based in New York City, you may be subject to the Unincorporated Business Tax in addition to other tax obligations.

Getting Started Quickly

Setting up agent for service of process designation with New York Registered Agent is fast and straightforward. We handle the paperwork with the New York Secretary of State, including the filing fee (which varies: $5 if an agent is changing their own address, $30 if an entity is changing or designating an agent).

Whether you're forming a new New York LLC, registering an out-of-state business in New York, or switching from your current arrangement, we make the process quick and clear.

Fast document forwarding. Clear pricing. $99 per year.

Get Started — $99/year

This is not legal advice. New York Registered Agent is not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal guidance.