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HRS §425R-7

How an entity changes its registered agent

This section explains how a business can update its registered agent or office information with the state. The business files a signed statement with the director. No approval from owners or managers is needed. The change takes effect as soon as it is filed.

businesses

The statute, as written — Change of registered agent by entity

(a) A represented entity may change the information currently on file under section 425R-4(a) by filing with the director a certified statement of change signed on behalf of the entity that states the: (1) Name of the entity; and (2) Information that is to be in effect as a result of the filing of the statement of change. (b) Interest holders or governors of a domestic entity need not approve the filing of a: (1) Statement of change under this section; or (2) Similar filing changing the registered agent or registered office of the entity in any other jurisdiction. (c) The appointment of a registered agent pursuant to subsection (a) is an affirmation by the represented entity that the agent has consented to serve as such. (d) A statement of change filed under this section takes effect on filing.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§425R-4 What to put in a registered agent filing

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