Vetri Audit - MCA - Change of Address

Changing the registered office address of a company is a significant administrative task governed by the Companies Act, 2013. The procedure varies based on the nature and location of the change, and companies must comply with specific documentation, resolutions, and filings depending on the case.

At VETRI AUDIT SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED, we offer end-to-end support for all types of registered office address changes, ensuring a seamless and fully compliant transition.

Types of Change of Registered Office Address

The Companies Act prescribes different procedures based on the scope of the shift. Here’s a breakdown:

1

Change within the Same City/Town/Village (Same ROC Jurisdiction)

MOA alteration: Not required
Approvals: Board Resolution
Forms to file:INC-22 - to be filed within 30 days of the change
Key Notes: A simple change requiring only internal board approval and notification to the Registrar of Companies (ROC).

2

Change from One City/Town/Village to Another within the Same ROC Jurisdiction

MOA alteration: Not required
Approvals: Board Resolution
Approvals: Special Resolution (approved by shareholders in general meeting)
MGT-14 - for filing the special resolution
INC-22 - for address change
Key Notes: A special resolution is mandatory, even if the ROC jurisdiction remains unchanged.

3

Change of Address from One ROC Jurisdiction to Another Within the Same State

MOA alteration: Not required
Approvals: Board Resolution
Approvals: Special Resolution (Shareholders)
Approval from the Regional Director (RD) under Section 12(5)
INC-23 - application to RD for shifting registered office
After RD approval: MGT-14 - filing of special resolution
After RD approval: INC-22 - for address change
Key Notes: This process includes regulatory scrutiny and formal RD approval, making professional handling crucial.

4

Change of Address from One State to Another (Inter-State Change)

MOA alteration: Required (Clause II – Registered Office Clause)
Approvals: Board Resolution
Approvals: Special Resolution (Shareholders)
RD Approval under Section 13(4)
INC-23 - application to RD
After RD approval: MGT-14 - for special resolution
After RD approval: INC-22 - for the new address
After RD approval: INC-28 - for filing RD order
Additional Compliance: Obtain new Certificate of Incorporation from ROC
Additional Compliance: Update address on all legal, statutory, and business platforms
Key Notes: This is the most comprehensive form of address change and requires robust compliance, regulatory approvals, and public advertisement.

Key Forms Involved in Address Change

Form	Purpose
INC-22	Notice for change of registered office
MGT-14	Filing of special resolution with ROC
INC-23	Application to the Regional Director for approval of address change
INC-28	Filing of RD’s order and approval with the ROC (when applicable)

Our Services Include:

Drafting Board and Special Resolutions
Preparing and filing all required forms with ROC/RD
Handling hearings and correspondence with Regional Director
Assisting with MOA alteration and obtaining updated Certificate of Incorporation
Advising on compliance updates across government and tax platforms (PAN, GST, PF, ESI, etc.)
Post-change support for updating statutory registers, business licenses, bank records, etc.

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Change of Address

Change of Registered Office Address - Companies Act, 2013