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Change in Registered Office of a Company

Q: Why might a company need to change its registered office?

Companies change their registered office for reasons like business expansion requiring larger space, cost reduction, better accessibility for employees or clients, or strategic relocation closer to markets or talent pools.

Q: Is permission from the shareholders required to change the address of the registered office?

Yes, for most significant changes (e.g., from one city to another, or one state to another), a special resolution passed by the shareholders in a general meeting is required. For changes within local limits, a board resolution is sufficient.

Q: How does one change the registered office from one city to another within the same state?

To change the registered office from one city to another within the same state (but same ROC jurisdiction), the company needs to pass a special resolution and then file Form MGT-14 and Form INC-22 with the ROC.

Q: How long does the process of changing the registered office take?

The duration varies depending on the type of change. A change within local limits might take a few days to a week. Changes involving ROC or Central Government approval can take several weeks to a few months due to the application and approval process.

Q: Are there any penalties for not informing the ROC about a change in the registered office?

Yes, non-compliance can lead to penalties for the company and its officers, including fines. It can also result in the company being deemed non-compliant, affecting its legal standing and operations.

Q: What happens after the ROC approves the change in registered office?

After ROC approval, the company must update its new address on all stationery, websites, and statutory registers. It also needs to inform other authorities like GST, Income Tax, and banks about the address change.

Q: Do we need to notify any other authorities besides the ROC about the address change?

Yes, besides the ROC, you must notify other relevant authorities such as the GST Department, Income Tax Department, banks, provident fund (PF), Employees' State Insurance (ESI), and any other licensing bodies.

Q: Which forms are to be filed with the ROC for a registered address change?

The primary forms are Form INC-22 (for notifying of the address change) and Form MGT-14 (for filing special resolutions). For changes involving different ROCs or states, Form INC-23 (application to RD/CG) is also required.

Q: Is it possible to change the registered office address to another country?

No, a company registered in India cannot change its registered office address to another country. It must maintain a registered office within India as per the Companies Act, 2013. If a company wishes to operate from another country, it would typically need to incorporate a new entity there or establish a branch office.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the registered office of a company?

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A registered office is the official address of a company as recorded with the Registrar of Companies (ROC). It's where all formal communications and legal notices from government bodies and other parties are sent.

Why might a company need to change its registered office?

Is permission from the shareholders required to change the address of the registered office?

How does one change the registered office from one city to another within the same state?

How long does the process of changing the registered office take?

Are there any penalties for not informing the ROC about a change in the registered office?

What happens after the ROC approves the change in registered office?

Do we need to notify any other authorities besides the ROC about the address change?

Which forms are to be filed with the ROC for a registered address change?

Is it possible to change the registered office address to another country?

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