How much does a registered agent cost?

Registered agent services typically cost between $49 and $300 per year depending on the provider and state.

Budget services start around $49 to $79 per year and include basic document receiving and forwarding. Mid-range services ($100 to $150) often add compliance reminders and digital document scanning. Premium services ($200 to $300) may include mail forwarding, virtual office features, and dedicated support. Some formation companies offer free registered agent service for the first year but charge $150 or more for renewals. Lovie charges $79 per year for registered agent service in most states and $49 per year in Wyoming. This includes document receiving, digital scanning, compliance deadline reminders, and forwarding of all official correspondence to your preferred address.