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3 Best Registered Agents in Arizona (2026) and Why
The gist
- Do you have to name one?
- Must be named
- Legal title
- Statutory agent
- Cost per year
- $99 to $149 every year
- Services we suggest
- Mainstay Filing, Arizona Registered Agent.co then AZ Registered Agent.org
Services we would pick in Arizona
Order and weights are explained on how we pick.1. Mainstay Filing: best for owners planning to grow
$149 in year one and $149 when renewed
The reason Mainstay Filing leads here is that the $149 yearly price is identical across states.
Yes, Arizona Registered Agent.co comes in $150 lower across three years. We still lead with the one that covers all states.
Includes
- An in-state street address
- Up to three government mailings a year scanned for free
- Serves LLCs, corporations, LPs, LLPs and nonprofits
Points in its favor
- One account for every state
- $149 per year with no increase
Where it falls short
- Pricier by $50 per year
- Reports are not part of the agent plan
2. Arizona Registered Agent.co: best for LLCs staying in one state
$99 in year one and $99 when renewed
Number 2 on the list is Arizona Registered Agent.co, where $99 a year gets an agent located in the state.
Includes
- A street address in the state
- Scanned copies of legal papers online
Points in its favor
- $99 per year
- Priced under the national pick
Where it falls short
- Moving to a second state means a second agent
3. AZ Registered Agent.org: best for another in-state option
$99 in year one and $99 when renewed
Number 3 on the list is AZ Registered Agent.org, where $99 a year gets an agent located in the state.
With the same prices as Arizona Registered Agent.co, this is a near tie.
Includes
- A street address in the state
- Scanned copies of legal papers online
Points in its favor
- $99 per year
- Priced under the national pick
Where it falls short
- Moving to a second state means a second agent
Compare prices
| # | Company | First-year price | Renewal price | Total, 3 years | Covers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mainstay Filing | $149 | $149/yr | $447 | An in-state street address; up to three government mailings a year scanned for free; Serves LLCs, corporations, LPs, LLPs and nonprofits | See Mainstay FilingPartner link. We may earn money if you buy. |
| 2 | Arizona Registered Agent.co | $99 | $99/yr | $297 | A street address in the state; scanned copies of legal papers online | See Arizona Registered Agent.coPartner link. We may earn money if you buy. |
| 3 | AZ Registered Agent.org | $99 | $99/yr | $297 | A street address in the state; scanned copies of legal papers online | See AZ Registered Agent.orgPartner link. We may earn money if you buy. |
The questions, one by one
Is a statutory agent required?
Every LLC must name a registered agent with an in-state street address.
Authority: A.R.S. § 29-3115. azleg.gov · verified October 2026
Who can serve in the role?
An Arizona resident, or a corporation or LLC formed in Arizona or authorized to do business there. The appointment takes effect only once the agent accepts it in writing.
If you meet the rule, you may name yourself and avoid paying an agent.
What do agents cost?
Between $99 to $149 per year; $297 to $447 over three years.
State fees stay put no matter the agent.
Why does the state require one?
It receives legal documents for the LLC at an address in Arizona.
A service is only as useful as its forwarding, so ask how documents reach you. Understanding service of process
What recurs apart from the agent?
Arizona has no recurring LLC report.
How did you order the services?
How much work the price handles counts for 28%, and Mainstay Filing comes out ahead on it.
Five criteria set the order: what three years cost (34%), how much work the price handles (28%), prices spelled out (16%), renewal terms (12%) and reach beyond one state (10%).
We weigh where a service can be used, and only the first pick can be used anywhere.
Official Arizona requirements
| Requirement | What the state says | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| LLC formation fee | $50 | azcc.gov · verified October 2026 |
| Statutory agent | Must be named | azleg.gov · verified October 2026 |
| Three-year state total | $50 | Computed from the lines above |
Additional questions
Can an owner act as the agent?
Usually. Check the two rules above: who qualifies and the address.
What counts as an acceptable address?
The address has to be a place of business or residence in Arizona with a street address. A P.O. box can be listed only as a separate Arizona mailing address.
How do the picks compare over three years?
Over three years: Mainstay Filing ($447), Arizona Registered Agent.co ($297), AZ Registered Agent.org ($297)
What are your sources?
Arizona's official documents supply the state fees, and the companies' price pages supply the service fees.
Is hiring anyone mandatory?
Not required. Services charge to do the paperwork for you.
Who would you hire first in Arizona?
Mainstay Filing, because it costs $149 a year, renewing at $149, and one account serves any state. Then Arizona Registered Agent.co and AZ Registered Agent.org.
Sources used on this page
- azleg.gov: Ariz (confirmed August 2026)
- azcc.gov: Arizona formation fee: Filing fee (confirmed October 2026)
- azleg.gov: Arizona registered agent statute (confirmed October 2026)
- Mainstay Filing, Arizona service page, accessed November 13, 2026
- Arizona Registered Agent.co, pricing page, accessed November 13, 2026
- AZ Registered Agent.org, pricing page, accessed November 13, 2026