Change Registered Address

Seamlessly shift your company's registered office — within city, same state, or different state — with full ROC compliance

Change Registered Address

Update Your Office Location

Changing the registered office address of your company is a critical compliance requirement under Section 12 of the Companies Act, 2013. Whether you are moving within the same city, to a different city within the same state, or to another state altogether, the process involves board approval, shareholder approval (in certain cases), and filing of Form INC‑22 with the Registrar of Companies (ROC). Our experts manage every detail — from drafting resolutions to ensuring smooth approval.

Types of Address Change

  • Same City / Locality: Moving within the same city, town, or village — requires only a board resolution and filing INC‑22.
  • Same State (Different City): Shifting to another city within the same state — also typically requires board resolution, but may need special resolution if outside local limits.
  • Different State: Changing the registered office to a different state — requires special resolution, approval of Regional Director (in some cases), and alteration of the Memorandum of Association.

Documents Required

  • Board resolution for change of registered office.
  • Special resolution (if changing city or state) and explanatory statement.
  • Proof of new address — rent agreement or ownership deed, latest utility bill (electricity, water), and NOC from the owner.
  • Altered Memorandum of Association (if state change).
  • Copy of notice to shareholders (for EGM if required).
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of authorized signatory.

Consequences of Delay / Non‑Compliance

Failing to notify ROC within 15 days of the address change (via INC‑22) attracts a penalty of up to ₹1,00,000 on the company and ₹50,000 on every officer in default. Additionally, the old address remains legally effective, leading to missed statutory notices and legal complications.

Change Your Registered Address

Our experts will handle the entire process — from resolution to ROC filing.

Our Address Change Process

A seamless, step‑by‑step approach to compliantly update your registered office.

1. Requirement Assessment

We evaluate whether the move is within the same city, different city in the same state, or across states, and determine the exact compliance path.

2. Document Preparation

We prepare the board resolution, special resolution (if needed), explanatory statement, and altered MOA (if applicable).

3. Board Meeting

Assist in convening a board meeting to pass the necessary resolution. For inter‑state moves, an EGM is also arranged.

4. Filing INC‑22

We file eForm INC‑22 with the ROC within 15 days of the change, attaching the required documents and proof of address.

5. Additional Approvals (if inter‑state)

For state‑to‑state moves, we handle approval from the Regional Director and confirmation of altered MOA.

6. Post‑Filing Updates

We update the corporate records, intimation to banks, GST authorities, and other stakeholders as required.

Frequently Asked Questions — Change Registered Address

Common queries about moving a company's registered office

Pass a board resolution for the change. If shifting to a different city or state, a special resolution by shareholders and alteration of MOA may be required. File eForm INC‑22 within 15 days along with proof of the new address (rent agreement, utility bill, NOC). We handle the entire paperwork and filing.
Form INC‑22 must be filed within 15 days of the date of board resolution or actual change of address, whichever is earlier. Late filing attracts additional fees and potential penalties.
For a change within the same city, town, or village, a board resolution is sufficient. For moving to a different city within the same state or to another state, a special resolution passed by shareholders is required, and the MOA must be altered.
You need proof of occupancy (rent agreement or sale deed), a latest utility bill (electricity, water, or property tax receipt) not older than 2 months, and a No‑Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner if the premises are rented. We help you prepare the NOC format.
Yes, but it involves a more complex process: passing a special resolution, altering the MOA, and sometimes obtaining approval from the Regional Director (RD). We manage the entire inter‑state shift, including RD representation if needed.
If the new address falls under a different GST jurisdiction, you must apply for a change in GST registration (core amendment). We can handle both the ROC and GST address updates simultaneously.
Non‑compliance can result in a penalty of up to ₹1,00,000 on the company and ₹50,000 on every officer in default. Additionally, the company may miss important government notices sent to the old address, leading to further legal troubles.
For a simple change within the same city, the process can be completed in 3‑5 working days. Inter‑state changes may take 3‑4 weeks due to the requirement of shareholder meetings and approvals.