Updating Business Address in California
To change a business address in California, complete and submit form FTB 3533-B to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB). You can find this form on the FTB website. Submitting this form will update your business’s tax information. You must also file an updated Statement of Information with the Secretary of State to keep your business legally compliant.
Notify the IRS, FTB, and Employment Development Department to stay tax compliant. Update your address with them to receive important tax documents and notices. If in Los Angeles, register your new address with the city. Depending on your business structure, register with the County, State, and Federal governments within 90 days too.
Changing Address with an LLC in California
To legally operate a business in California with an updated address, file an amended Statement of Information (Form LLC-12) with the $20 fee. Complete and submit form FTB 3533-B to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) to change your business address. Also file an updated Statement of Information with the Secretary of State. Notify the IRS, FTB, and Employment Development Department. Update your address with them to receive tax documents and notices. Stay tax compliant. If in Los Angeles, register your new address with the city. Depending on your structure, register within 90 days with the County, State, and Federal governments.
Important Note for Business Address Updates
Suspended businesses cannot simply change addresses. Check your articles of organization and certificates allowing business operation. Then file an updated Statement of Information (Form LLC-12) with the $20 fee.