GatewayBase includes registered agent service for year 1 with Wyoming LLC formation.
A registered agent is required for a Wyoming LLC. The agent receives official state mail and legal notices for the company.
For foreign owners, registered agent renewal matters because the LLC needs an active registered agent to stay in good standing.
This article is general education, not legal or tax advice. GatewayBase provides document preparation and filing workflow software. We are not a law firm, CPA firm, or tax advisor.
Why Wyoming requires a registered agent
The state needs a reliable Wyoming contact for official notices. Foreign owners who live outside the US usually use a professional registered agent service.
What happens after year 1
GatewayBase includes registered agent service for the first year with Wyoming formation. The landing page currently lists registered agent renewal at $39/year after year 1. Re-check pricing before publishing.
What to keep updated
- Your account email.
- Billing method.
- Company contact details.
- Where official mail should be forwarded or saved.
- State annual report calendar.
Registered agent is not annual report filing
Registered agent service and Wyoming annual report filing are related compliance tasks, but they are not the same thing. Your LLC needs both an active registered agent and timely state reports.
Learn more
Read the broader registered agent guide or start Wyoming formation.
FAQ
Do foreign owners need a Wyoming registered agent?
Yes. A Wyoming LLC needs a registered agent with a Wyoming address.
Is the registered agent the owner?
Usually no. The registered agent receives official notices; they do not automatically own or control the LLC.
What if registered agent service expires?
The LLC can risk compliance problems. Keep renewal and billing details current.
Does GatewayBase include year 1?
Yes, GatewayBase's Wyoming formation page says registered agent service is included for year 1.