Under different circumstances, an organisation can decide to change its functioning address.
However, in this situation, it is mandatory to follow a proper procedure.
The overall procedure to alter a company’s official address is clearly described by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It is crucial to follow the same procedure to avoid any penalties.
Address changes are broadly classified into four different types. The process for each type varies optimally.
Changing the registered office within the same city
Initially arrange a company board meeting and pass the resolution file Form INC-22 with the MCA within 30 days of passing the resolution provides business address proof and NOC from the owner.
Changing in registered office address in a different ROC in the same state
In this scenario the company should apply for approval with the regional director through Form INC-23. After passing the change resolution it has to be filed with the ROC within 60 days.
Change in address will be initiated within the next 30 days of filing the application.
Change of address in the same state in different ROC
Bigger states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra have different ROCs. There is a completely different procedure in this case.
Changing company address directly to another state
In this scenario, the MOA of the company completely changes.
Initially, a board meeting has to be initiated and the resolution should be passed
All the resolution regarding the change in address of the registered office has to be finalised in the MOA
Subsequently MGT-14 has to be filed with the MCA in the next 30 days
An advertisement should be published regarding the office change in both vernacular and English
language within 30 days before the date of application
Notice to all creditors and other partners should be passed down
The regional director should be intimated regarding the registered office change with the documents
In case of an objection a central government hearing is provided
All the necessary orders will be passed
All the necessary orders will be passed
After getting confirmation from the regional director the ROC will update the address within 30 days from the date of the order
Form INC-22 has to be filled with the ROC along with the mandatory documents.