New Mexico Registered Agent for LLCs
New Mexico requires every LLC to designate a registered agent — an individual or entity with a physical New Mexico street address available during business hours.
What New Mexico requires
The New Mexico registered agent must have a physical street address in the state (no PO Boxes) and be available during normal business hours to accept service of process and state mail.
Who can serve
- An individual New Mexico resident with a physical street address
- A commercial registered agent service authorised in New Mexico
- The LLC member or manager themselves, if they meet the residency requirement
Cost
Serving as your own agent: $0. Professional registered agent service in New Mexico: typically $100–$300/year. Many formation services include a free first year.
How to change your agent
File a Statement of Change (or equivalent) with the New Mexico Secretary of State. Filing fees are typically nominal.
Why use a professional service
If you do not have a stable New Mexico address, work irregular hours, or want to keep your home address off the public record, a commercial registered agent is worth the annual cost. Service of process must be accepted in person; a missed delivery can result in a default judgment.
Frequently asked questions
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