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Every DC business needs a registered agent. OSI Offices provides reliable registered agent service at 1629 K Street NW for just $5/month — the most affordable option in downtown Washington DC. No contracts required.

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Understanding the Requirement

What Is a Registered Agent and Why Do You Need One?

A registered agent (also called a statutory agent or agent for service of process) is a person or business designated to receive legal documents, tax notices, and official government correspondence on behalf of your company. Every business entity registered in the District of Columbia — including LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits — is required by law to maintain a registered agent.

Your registered agent must have a physical street address in Washington DC (not a P.O. box) and must be available to accept service during normal business hours. If your registered agent cannot be reached, you risk missing critical legal deadlines or defaulting on government filings.

Many business owners initially list their home address as their registered agent address. The problem: this information becomes part of the public record, exposing your personal address to anyone who searches for your business. It also means you must be available at that address during business hours to accept service of process.

OSI Offices at 1629 K Street NW, Suite 300, Washington DC 20006 serves as your registered agent, keeping your personal address private while ensuring that all legal and government documents are received promptly and securely by trained professional staff.

The OSI Advantage

Why OSI Is DC's Best Registered Agent

Six reasons businesses across Washington DC trust OSI Offices as their registered agent.

$5/Month — DC's Lowest Price

Most registered agent services in DC charge $100 to $300 per year. OSI is just $60/year ($5/month), making it the most affordable registered agent service in downtown Washington DC. No hidden fees, no annual prepayment required.

Prestigious K Street Address

Your registered agent address appears in public records. Having 1629 K Street NW as your registered agent address signals credibility and permanence to clients, courts, and government agencies.

Same-Day Document Notification

When legal documents arrive, our staff scans them and notifies you immediately via your secure client portal. No delays, no missed deadlines. You are informed the same day documents are received.

45 Years in Business

OSI Offices has operated at the same K Street location since 1981. Consistent, reliable service year after year. When courts or agencies need to reach your business, we are always here.

No Long-Term Contract

Month-to-month service with no annual commitment. Add or remove registered agent service at any time. No cancellation fees, no penalties, no surprises.

Bundle with Virtual Office

Combine registered agent service with a virtual office plan (starting at $65/month) for a complete DC business presence — business address, mail handling, and registered agent all in one.

Simple Setup

Get Started in 24 Hours

Adding registered agent service through OSI is straightforward. Here is how it works.

Sign Up

Choose any OSI plan and add registered agent service for $5/month. No separate application or paperwork needed.

We File

List OSI Offices as your registered agent on your DC business registration, Articles of Organization, or Statement of Change.

We Receive

All legal and government documents are received by our professional staff at 1629 K Street NW during business hours.

You're Notified

Documents are scanned and delivered to your secure client portal the same day they arrive. You receive an immediate notification.

Is This for You?

Who Needs a DC Registered Agent?

If your business is registered in the District of Columbia or plans to register, you are required by law to designate a registered agent. The following entity types must maintain a registered agent in DC.

LLCs registered in Washington DC — Every limited liability company formed in DC must list a registered agent on its Articles of Organization.
Corporations incorporated in DC — Both domestic and foreign corporations doing business in the District must maintain a registered agent.
Foreign entities qualified to do business in DC — Out-of-state companies registered to operate in DC need a local registered agent.
Nonprofits registered in DC — Nonprofit corporations and associations are subject to the same registered agent requirements.
Government contractors (CBE/SAM registered) — Businesses pursuing DC government contracts or federal contracts need a registered agent as part of their compliance framework.
Any business that wants to keep their home address off public records — A registered agent shields your personal address from public filings and reduces unwanted solicitation.

FAQ

Registered Agent Questions

Common questions about using OSI Offices as your registered agent in Washington DC.

$5/month, billed monthly with no contract. This is available as an add-on to any OSI plan. That works out to just $60/year — significantly less than most registered agent services in Washington DC, which typically charge $100 to $300 per year.

The registered agent service is available as an add-on to any OSI plan, starting with our Flex Plan at $35/month. The Flex Plan gives you access to workspace hours and the ability to add registered agent service for just $5/month more. Contact us for details.

Documents are received by our trained staff at 1629 K Street NW during normal business hours, scanned immediately, and delivered to your secure client portal. You receive a notification the same day. This ensures you never miss a filing deadline or court notice.

Yes. You can list 1629 K Street NW, Suite 300, Washington DC 20006 as your registered agent address on all DC business filings, including Articles of Organization, Articles of Incorporation, and annual reports filed with the DC government.

File a Statement of Change of Registered Agent with the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA), listing OSI Offices as your new agent at 1629 K Street NW, Suite 300, Washington DC 20006. The process is straightforward, and our team can help guide you through it. Contact us to get started.

Yes. OSI provides both registered agent services and CBE/SAM certification support for government contractors. Our dedicated desk solutions satisfy physical nexus requirements for DC government certifications. See our CBE & SAM Contracts page for details.

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