Urgent- Procedure for change of address of partnership firm?

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CA Manivel Manickam (Querist)
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01 September 2010 There is an partnership firm which properly registered under Indian Partnership Act 1932. What's the procedure for registering the change of address in the Register of Partnership Firm ?. Can I submit the change of address in Letter to the registrar? If anybody Know the current procedure kindly answer me..

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01 September 2010 Form no 111 may be filed. Format is available in https://www.kerala.gov.in/applicationforms/regstrsn_ap_3.pdf

CA Manivel Manickam

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11 September 2010 Can I Use the form 111 for Change of address of a Partnership firm which get registered in Pondichery. In the top of the form it is mentioned that "Other than change of principle place of business". But I want to change my principle place of business within the same city which is covered under the control of same registrar.

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02 August 2025 Here’s a clear guide for **changing the address of a partnership firm** registered under the Indian Partnership Act, 1932:

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### 1. **Is Registration of Change of Address Mandatory?**

* Yes, the change of address of the **principal place of business** of a registered partnership firm should be intimated to the Registrar of Firms.
* This ensures the public record is up to date and the firm remains compliant.

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### 2. **Procedure to Change Address of Partnership Firm**

* **Prepare a Written Application:** Usually, a letter or application requesting change of address is submitted to the Registrar of Firms where the partnership is registered.
* **Documents to Submit:**

* Application/Letter for change of address duly signed by all partners.
* Copy of the partnership deed (if required).
* Proof of new address (rent agreement, utility bill, etc.).
* Copy of the old registration certificate.
* **Form 111:**

* Some states provide **Form 111** specifically for intimation of change in registered particulars including address.
* The exact form and procedure vary by state/UT.

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### 3. **Specific to Your Query**

* **For Pondicherry Registration:**

* If the firm is registered in Pondicherry and wants to change its principal place of business **within the same city and jurisdiction** of the same Registrar, you can use the **letter or Form 111** (if accepted by that registrar).
* Form 111 usually mentions “Other than change of principal place of business” because some states use a separate procedure for principal place changes.
* To be sure, you should contact the local Registrar of Firms office in Pondicherry or visit their website for any specific form or procedure.

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### 4. **Steps to Follow**

* Draft an application/letter mentioning:

* Name of the firm.
* Old registered address.
* New address.
* Effective date of change.
* Signature of all partners.
* Submit the letter/application along with relevant documents to the Registrar of Firms.
* Pay any applicable fee as prescribed by the Registrar.
* Obtain an acknowledgment or updated certificate if issued.

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### 5. **Important Notes**

* If the address change is **within the same jurisdiction (city/state)**, often the process is simpler.
* If the firm moves **to a different jurisdiction**, fresh registration may be required.
* Always retain copies of all submissions and acknowledgments.

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**In short:**

* You **cannot simply send a letter**; you must follow the prescribed procedure of the Registrar.
* Check whether Form 111 or any other prescribed form is applicable for your location.
* Consult local Registrar office or their website for the exact format and fees.

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If you want, I can help draft a sample application letter or help find the exact form for Pondicherry. Would you like me to do that?

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