Aiming to relocate LLP’s registered office from one state to another, filing LLP Form 18 on MCA Portal is mandatory. The roadblock often encountered in the path is confusion and doubts regarding its download. This blog focuses on bringing clarity in context to Form 18.
LLP Form 18 is a statutory form required under Rule 17 of the LLP Rules, 2009, and must be filed when a Limited Liability Partnership changes its registered office from one state or union territory to another. It is submitted online through the MCA portal and is essential for updating the ROC records.
This form, being a legal evidence of compliance for the new state’s jurisdictional ROC, must be certified by a CA or CS. This form is submitted online, it also ensures that address change is officially recorded.
Form 18 is required when, an LLP wants to shift its registered office from one state/union territory to another. The change must be updated on MCA portal via Form 18. it helps MCA to update ROC jurisdiction, and ensure LLPs legal records remain valid.
It must be filed with Form 15 on MCA Portal. It is to be filled within 30 days of resolution to shift the office. It’s not required for intra-state changes.
Timely filing of any form requires appropriate knowledge of required documents, similar is the case of Form 18 too, here is a list of required documents for filing Form 18:
The process of filing forms becomes relatively easy and saves time when you already know where to access the form. Form 18 is available on the official website of Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
Downloading the right version of the form from an authentic source and that too, the updated version, are common doubts everyone faces. To eliminate all confusion, here is a step-by-step guide to help you download the form effortlessly:
Simply by following these steps, you can easily download this form and move a step ahead in your journey.
When the form is in hands, the next significant step that lies ahead is filling that form; it seems like climbing a legal mountain. Following are steps to make the path easier:
Filling this form with accuracy ensures smooth flowing process, avoiding delays in approval from MCA.
Small errors can cause delays in the whole process, to keep the process uninterrupted, there are certain mistakes that you should avoid while downloading or filing the form:
Correct Form Filing: We fill and validate Form 18 as per MCA standards to avoid rejections.
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It is used when an LLP shifts its registered office from one state or union territory to another.
You can download it from the official MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) website under the LLP forms section.
No, it is only required for inter-state or union territory address shifts.
You’ll need a utility bill, NOC from the owner, board resolution, and consent from partners.
No, the form must be digitally signed by a designated partner using a valid DSC.
Form 15 is the general notice of change in office, while Form 18 is specifically for inter-state changes and is filed along with Form 15.
Incorrect address details, missing documents, invalid DSC, or using the wrong form version.
No, Form 18 must be filled using the MCA-provided LLP form utility for validation and upload.
Yes, it must be filed within 30 days of the decision to shift the office, as per LLP Act, 2008.
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