How to Change the Registered Office of a Company
Publishing Date: 28 September, 2026
The registered office is the official address where the company receives legal notices and keeps its statutory records. When you move premises, you must update it with the ROC. The process depends on how far you are moving.
Three types of change
| Type of move | Approval needed | Main filing |
|---|---|---|
| Within the same city, town or village | Board resolution | INC-22 |
| To another place in the same state | Board and shareholder approvals (and ROC approval if moving to another ROC’s jurisdiction) | MGT-14, INC-22 (and INC-23 if needed) |
| To another state | Shareholder special resolution and Regional Director approval | MGT-14, INC-23, INC-22 |
Documents needed for the new address
- Rent agreement or ownership proof
- Recent utility bill
- No Objection Certificate from the owner
Timelines
INC-22 must be filed within 30 days of the change. Inter-state shifts take longer because the Regional Director’s approval involves notices to creditors and a public advertisement.
After the change
- Update the address on the company’s letterhead, website and invoices.
- Amend GST registration, the bank account, PAN/TAN records and other licences.
- Display the company name and address board at the new office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Can a company operate from a different address than its registered office?
Yes. It can have branches or other business places, but notices go to the registered office.
Q2. How long does an inter-state shift take?
Usually a few months, because it requires Regional Director approval.
Q3. Is shareholder approval needed for a move within the city?
No. A board resolution is enough, followed by INC-22.
Q4. Do I need to update GST after moving?
Yes. File an amendment to your GST registration for the new principal place of business.
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Mukul Tomar writes Vaidam Consultancy’s guides on company registration, GST, income tax and ROC compliance. An experienced blog writer on Indian tax and business law, his articles have also been published on TaxGuru. He turns complex rules into clear, practical steps that business owners can act on.
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