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Postal Tennessee registered agent

5865 Ridgeway Center Pkwy Ste 395,
Memphis, TN 38120

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Only $49 a year

Appoint Postal as your registered agent in Tennessee for only $49 per entity per year — a fraction of what other services charge.

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Tennessee's most advanced registered agent

AI mail summaries
Compliance done for you
HIPAA and SOC 2 security

See deadlines at a glance

Postal’s advanced AI gives you an instant overview of all your compliance-related mail with next steps flagged for you.

  • Due dates, penalties, and action extracted for you by AI.
  • All your correspondence summarized and stored online.
  • The right teammate notified every time mail is received.

Leave service of process to us

Hand off your compliance tasks to Postal with ease. Simply tag the Postal compliance team and they’ll make sure your compliance tasks and filings are handled accurately and on time.

  • Stay compliant with changing laws and regulations
  • Specialized in corporate licensing and insurance compliance
  • Focus on your business and leave compliance to Postal

Secure and private mail handling

Receive your legal and regulatory documents with confidence. With Postal as your registered agent, you can be sure of private, secure mail handling that is built to HIPAA and SOC 2 security standards.

  • Keep your PHI safe and secure from third parties
  • Built to HIPAA and SOC 2 security standards
  • Bring your mail into line with how you handle the rest of your data

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Smarter than your average virtual mailbox

AI mail handling

Accelerate your mail handling with Postal’s advanced AI that summarizes incoming post, extracts deadlines, flags urgent items, and suggests next steps. All without you opening a single envelope.

  • Never miss a deadline again with automated notifications.
  • Chat directly with your mail for extra information and insights.
  • Junk mail is auto-detected and sent to spam.
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Compliance support

Easily pass off your compliance mail to an expert. Simply tag the Postal compliance team and we’ll make sure your compliance tasks and filings are actioned for you, before the deadline.

  • Instantly pass compliance mail off to our team for action
  • Stay compliant with changing laws and regulations
  • Specialized in corporate licensing and insurance compliance
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Built to HIPAA and SOC 2 security standards

Protect your data and your clients’ data with a virtual mailbox that’s Built to HIPAA and SOC 2 security standards. Postal scans and processes all your mail in on-site facilities that are secure and private.

  • Keep your PHI safe and secure from third parties
  • Built to HIPAA and SOC 2 security standards
  • Bring your post into line with how you handle the rest of your data
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Premium virtual mailbox address

Give your business the address it deserves with a premium location in a major US city. Whether you’re based locally, interstate, or internationally, Postal gives you a unique street address in a prestigious US location.

  • Your own address with a unique suite number.
  • Sought-after street addresses like 5th Avenue in New York City.
  • A permanent address for registration, tax, and all incoming mail.
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Do you need a registered agent in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, having a registered agent is a legal requirement for businesses, including corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs). A registered agent acts as the official point of contact for receiving legal documents, tax notices, and other important communications on behalf of the business. This ensures that the business remains compliant with state regulations and can promptly address any legal issues that arise. Without a registered agent, companies may face penalties or may not receive crucial information in a timely manner.

Choosing a reliable registered agent is essential, as this role helps maintain the business's good standing with the state. Having a registered agent with a physical address in Tennessee ensures that documents can be served promptly during business hours, protecting the company from missing deadlines. This arrangement allows business owners to focus on their operations without worrying about administrative duties related to legal compliance.

Choosing a registered agent in Tennessee

Selecting a registered agent in Tennessee involves evaluating several crucial factors. Affordability is key; compare the pricing structures of different agents to ensure you’re not overspending. Look for transparent fees without hidden charges, and consider if they offer services that justify their costs, such as compliance reminders or business consultations.

Security should also be a top priority. A reliable registered agent should provide a secure location for your business documents and maintain confidentiality. Ensure that they have robust data protection measures in place and understand how they handle sensitive information, especially during legal communications.

The ability to access your mail online can enhance convenience and efficiency. Look for agents that offer digital mailbox services, allowing you to view and manage your correspondence anytime, anywhere. This feature not only streamlines communication but also ensures you never miss important deadlines, reinforcing the reliability of your business operations.

Doing business in Tennessee

Tennessee stands out, with over 741,000 small businesses and a remarkable 86 percent of them having no employees, one of the highest solo rates anywhere in the country and well past the national average. So the state really runs on freelancers and single-owner shops.

Nashville's reputation as a music industry hub has fostered a deep ecosystem of small businesses in recording, publishing, and live entertainment, while Memphis continues to anchor a significant logistics and distribution sector thanks to its position as a major FedEx hub. Tennessee's lack of a personal income tax has also drawn entrepreneurs relocating from higher-tax states.

To get registered you choose an LLC or corporation and file with the Tennessee Secretary of State. After that it is a matter of local permits and an Employer Identification Number from the IRS.

Filing requirements in Tennessee

Tennessee requires an Annual Report from both corporations and LLCs, with reports due on the first day of the fourth month after fiscal year end, typically meaning April 1 for calendar-year entities. Foreign corporations and LLCs follow the same deadline and fee structure as domestic entities.

Corporations pay just $20, while LLCs pay considerably more, a $300 minimum that climbs by $50 for every member beyond six, capped at $3,000. Neither entity type faces a flat late fee, but both risk administrative dissolution after a 60-day grace period passes.

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Get your unique address in Tennessee for receiving critical mail.

Share your Tennessee address

Register your address with the state of Tennessee, IRS and any other critical agencies.

Manage your mail from anywhere

Receive scanned, summarized copies of your mail the day it’s received.

Put compliance on autopilot

If you need it, we’ll action your service of process mail for you.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to your question about registered agents in Tennessee.

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