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Registered agent cost comparison in New York
Mainstay Filing costs $447 over three years in New York, with no change at renewal. The lowest published three-year cost here is Northwest Registered Agent at $375.
| Provider | Year 1 | After year 1 | 3 years | Versus Mainstay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Registered Agent | $125 | $125 | $375 | -$72 |
| MyLLC | $129 | $129 | $387 | -$60 |
| Bizee | $149 | $149 | $447 | even |
| Mainstay Filing | $149 | $149 | $447 | |
| ZenBusiness | $99 | $199 | $497 | +$50 |
| LegalZoom | $249 | $249 | $747 | +$300 |
The Secretary of State is the agent for service of process for every New York LLC; naming a registered agent is optional. Changing agents in New York costs $30. Source: N.Y. LLC Law §§ 301 and 302, checked October 20, 2026.
Which registered agent is cheapest in New York?
Over three years, by published prices: Northwest Registered Agent at $375, against $447 for Mainstay Filing.
Do I need a registered agent in New York?
The Secretary of State is the agent for service of process for every New York LLC; naming a registered agent is optional. (N.Y. LLC Law §§ 301 and 302).