Form 407 – Amendment to Registration of a Foreign Limited Liability Partnership

Jurisdiction: Country: United States | Province or State: Texas

What is a Form 407 – Amendment to Registration of a Foreign Limited Liability Partnership?

Form 407 is the Texas Secretary of State filing you use to update the official Texas record for a foreign limited liability partnership (LLP) that is already registered to transact business in Texas. Think of it as your “change notice” to Texas. When key facts about your foreign LLP change in your home jurisdiction or in your Texas footprint, you file this amendment so Texas reflects your current, accurate information.

If your partnership is formed outside Texas but registered to do business here, Form 407 is your tool to keep that registration current. You may amend items like the partnership’s legal name, assumed name for Texas use, principal office address, and other information that appeared in your original Texas registration and is now outdated. You can also use the amendment to correct a mistake in your prior filing.

Who typically uses this form?

Managing partners, firm administrators, operations managers, corporate secretaries, and outside compliance vendors often handle this task. If you’re the point person for entity governance or regulatory filings, this form will likely land on your desk when something changes.

Why would you need this form?

Texas requires foreign registered entities to maintain accurate, up-to-date records. Your Texas registration must match your current legal reality. If your LLP changed its name, relocated its principal office, or emerged from a merger with a modified identity, you need to tell Texas. Otherwise, you risk confusion in public records and delays when you need state-level services, authentications, or certifications linked to your Texas registration.

Typical usage scenarios

• Your partnership changes its legal name in its home jurisdiction. You must amend the Texas record. If your new name isn’t available in Texas, you will designate an assumed name for Texas use on the amendment.
• Your principal office address changes. You update that address so the Texas record is accurate and third parties can reach you.
• Your LLP undergoes a merger and continues as the surviving entity with a new name or new structure that still qualifies as an LLP. You amend to reflect the changes in Texas.
• You discover a clerical error in the original registration. You file an amendment to correct the record.
• Home-jurisdiction changes affect information on file in Texas, such as adopting a new naming style that includes an LLP indicator. You amend to align with Texas naming rules.

The form does not create your Texas authority to transact business—that came from your original registration. This amendment simply updates the record so that Texas, counterparties, and the public see the current information for your foreign LLP.

When Would You Use a Form 407 – Amendment to Registration of a Foreign Limited Liability Partnership?

You use this form when a material fact in your Texas registration has changed. The most common trigger is a legal name change in your home jurisdiction. For example, if “Anderson & Cole LLP” becomes “Anderson Cole Partners LLP” under the laws of your formation state, your Texas record must be updated. If the new name isn’t available or distinguishable in Texas, you’ll adopt an assumed name for Texas use. In that case, the amendment is how you tell Texas which name you will use here.

You also use the amendment when your principal office address changes. Even if you still operate Texas offices as usual, your principal office (the main headquarters address your partnership uses) must be correct on the public Texas record. Lenders, counterparties, and courts often pull this information when completing diligence or serving process via alternative methods. Keeping it current prevents friction.

If your LLP is a law firm or professional partnership, a merger or internal restructuring in your home jurisdiction may alter your legal name, organizational descriptors, or other details. After the transaction closes, you look at the Texas registration and update it so it matches the new facts. If the surviving entity remains a limited liability partnership, you amend. If it is no longer an LLP, you typically handle a cancellation and a new registration under the correct entity type rather than an amendment.

Sometimes you discover an issue only when a request is rejected or delayed. A bank can’t match your name to the Texas record. A court clerk flags a discrepancy. A counterparty’s diligence team questions whether your entity exists as described in the contract. An amendment is the straightforward way to correct the record in Texas and keep your deals moving.

The typical users are the people inside your partnership who manage regulatory filings and governance: managing partner, executive director, general counsel, corporate secretary, or the administrative professional overseeing entity compliance. You may also ask outside counsel or a filing service to prepare and submit the amendment, but responsibility for accuracy still rests with your partnership.

Legal Characteristics of the Form 407 – Amendment to Registration of a Foreign Limited Liability Partnership

The amendment is a formal filing with the Texas Secretary of State. Once accepted, it becomes part of the public record and legally updates your registered facts in Texas. It is legally binding because Texas law requires foreign registered entities to provide accurate information and keep that information current. The Secretary of State relies on your filing to administer entity laws and to inform the public.

What ensures enforceability?

You sign the amendment under the authority of the partnership, and the Secretary of State reviews it for statutory compliance and completeness. The office assigns or confirms your Texas file number and indexes the updated information in the public database. That state-level acceptance establishes the effective update to your registration. Counterparties, courts, and agencies will then treat the amended record as the governing set of facts for your foreign LLP in Texas.

General legal considerations:

• Accuracy matters. The information you provide is deemed official. Inaccurate information can cause downstream issues, from rejected certificates to challenges serving process.
• Naming rules apply. Your name must include an acceptable LLP designator (for example, “LLP” or “L.L.P.”). If your legal name is not available in Texas, you must adopt an assumed name for use in Texas. The amendment provides a place to record that assumed name.
• Evidence may be required. If you are changing your legal name, Texas may require proof from your home jurisdiction that the name change is effective (for example, a certificate evidencing the change). You attach that evidence to your amendment.
• Registered agent and office are separate concepts. Texas requires every registered entity to maintain a registered agent and registered office in Texas. Changes to those elements are commonly handled on a dedicated change filing. If you are already amending for another reason and the current form version allows you to update the agent/office in the same filing, be sure the agent has consented to serve. Otherwise, submit the change on the appropriate statement separately.
• Effective date options exist. You can often choose “when filed by the Secretary of State” or a delayed effective date within a short statutory window. Choose the effective date that best aligns with your underlying transaction or home-jurisdiction change to avoid gaps or mismatches.
• Public disclosure. The amendment becomes a publicly available record. Do not include sensitive personal information like Social Security numbers or bank details. Texas does not need your federal tax ID in this amendment.

Failure to update your Texas registration can cause avoidable friction. Your filings for certified copies or authentications may be delayed. Third parties may question the authority or diligence of findings. In the worst cases, you may face administrative issues if material information is out of date. Filing the amendment promptly after a change keeps you in a clean, defensible posture.

How to Fill Out a Form 407 – Amendment to Registration of a Foreign Limited Liability Partnership

Follow these steps to complete and file the amendment accurately. Keep your sentences clear, your attachments ready, and your dates aligned with your home-jurisdiction changes.

1) Gather your baseline information

• Your Texas Secretary of State file number for the foreign LLP.
• The current legal name of the partnership, as on file in Texas.
• Your home jurisdiction (the state or country where the partnership is formed) and the date of the change you’re reporting.
• The exact new information you plan to record (new legal name, new assumed name for Texas, new principal office address, etc.).
• Any required evidence from your home jurisdiction if you are changing the legal name (such as a certificate evidencing the name change or a certified copy of the amendment recorded in your home jurisdiction).
• If you intend to update the registered agent or registered office through this filing (only if the current form allows it), obtain the agent’s consent to serve.

2) Identify the entity and file number

• Enter the exact legal name of the foreign LLP as currently on file in Texas.
• Enter the Texas file number. This number anchors your amendment to the correct registration.
• Confirm that the entity type is a foreign limited liability partnership. This form is not used for foreign LLCs or corporations.

3) State the home jurisdiction

• Provide the state or country where the partnership is organized and recognized as an LLP.
• Ensure the entity remains an LLP in that jurisdiction. If it has converted to a different entity type, do not use this amendment; you will typically need a different filing path in Texas.

4) Describe the amendment clearly

• Most versions of this form offer structured items (for example, “Name change,” “Assumed name,” “Principal office address”) and a free-text area for other amendments. Use the provided space to restate the amended information in full. Do not use “no change except” shorthand. Provide the complete new text that should appear on the public record.
• If your legal name changed: state the new legal name exactly as recognized in your home jurisdiction, including the required LLP designator. If the designator differs by jurisdiction, choose an acceptable Texas variant (e.g., LLP or L.L.P.) in your Texas record so it meets Texas naming standards.
• If your new legal name is not available in Texas, designate an assumed name for use in Texas. The assumed name you list must satisfy Texas naming rules and include an LLP indicator.
• If your principal office address changed: provide the full new address, including suite or floor numbers, city, state, postal code, and country if outside the U.S. Use a physical address. Avoid P.O. boxes unless the form expressly allows them for this field.

5) Check name availability before filing

• If you are changing your legal name or adopting an assumed name for use in Texas, confirm that the name is available. You do not want a rejection due to a conflict. A quick availability check reduces back-and-forth and speeds acceptance.

6) Attach evidence for a legal name change

• If you are updating the partnership’s legal name, include the home jurisdiction evidence of the change. This is typically a certificate or certified copy from the governmental filing office that recorded the name change.
• Ensure the document is current and clearly ties to your entity. The Texas filing office must be able to match the document to your partnership.

7) Address registered agent and office, if applicable

• If the current version of the amendment form allows updating the registered agent or registered office, you may make the change here. Include the agent’s name and the street address of the registered office in Texas.
• Include a statement that the registered agent has consented to serve. The agent’s consent is required. Keep the agent’s written consent in your records. Do not include personal identifiers.
• If the amendment form you are using does not include fields for agent/office changes, submit that change using the dedicated statement for agent/office updates. Do not try to wedge it into a free-text “other changes” field.

8) Choose the effective date

• You can usually select “effective when filed by the Secretary of State” for immediate effect upon acceptance.
• Or you can choose a delayed effective date within the permissible window. This is useful if your home jurisdiction change becomes effective on a specific date and you want Texas to align to avoid mismatches.
• If you pick a delayed date, set a calendar reminder to avoid misunderstandings with counterparties who may expect the change to be live sooner.

9) Add any additional provisions

• Use the “other changes” section to update any other information from your original registration that needs revision, as long as it is the type of information Texas allows you to amend for a foreign LLP.
• Keep your language precise. Avoid internal acronyms or references that won’t make sense on the public record.

10) Execution block (signature)

• The amendment must be signed by a person authorized by the partnership, such as a partner, managing partner, or authorized officer/agent. Use a real, legible name and title.
• Date the signature. The date should be on or before the intended effective date. If you are coordinating across time zones, account for that in your planning.
• Electronic signatures are accepted for electronic submissions if the filing channel permits them. If filing on paper, sign in ink.

11) Fee and payment method

• A filing fee is required. Confirm the current fee before you submit. If you need expedited processing, an additional fee applies.
• You may pay by check or money order for mailed filings. Electronic filings can be paid by card. Include the correct fee to avoid rejection for payment issues.

12) Filing method

• You can file electronically, by mail, or deliver in person. Electronic filing is usually the fastest.
• If you mail your filing, include the original signed amendment, required attachments, and the correct fee. Keep a complete copy for your records.
• If you need same-day or faster turnaround, request expedited processing where available and use a submission method that supports it.

13) After filing: tracking and evidence

• You will receive evidence of filing, such as a file-stamped copy or acknowledgment. Save it with your partnership records and circulate it to stakeholders who need the updated information (banking, licensing, contract counterparties).
• Update your internal templates, letterhead, website, and invoices if a name or address changed. Align external-facing materials so clients, courts, and vendors use the correct information.

14) Common pitfalls to avoid

• Submitting a name change without home-jurisdiction evidence. Texas may not accept the change if you do not document it.
• Using an unavailable or noncompliant name. Confirm availability and include an LLP designator.
• Forgetting the assumed name when the legal name is unavailable in Texas. If you can’t use your legal name here, list the assumed name you will use in Texas.
• Omitting the Texas file number. The office needs it to link your amendment.
• Including sensitive data. Do not list Social Security numbers, bank details, or unnecessary personal addresses.
• Misusing the form. If your entity ceased to exist as an LLP or converted to another entity type, this amendment is not the correct filing. Handle a cancellation or new registration as appropriate.

Real-world example: Your partnership changes its legal name on June 1 in its home state. You confirm the Texas name availability. The new legal name is available, so you complete the amendment, attach the home-jurisdiction certificate of name change, and select a delayed effective date of June 1 to match your home-state effective date. You submit electronically with expedited processing and receive acceptance on May 29 with a scheduled effective date of June 1. On June 1, your Texas public record reflects the new name, and your deal teams can update contracts and filings without any gap.

Another example: Your firm moves its headquarters from Chicago to Denver. You amend the principal office address in Texas while also updating internal and client-facing materials. You do not need any home-jurisdiction evidence for this change. You file electronically, pay the fee, and receive confirmation within a few days. The Texas public record now shows the Denver address.

One more example: A merger causes your LLP to survive under a modified name that is unavailable in Texas. You adopt an assumed name for Texas use on the amendment. You attach home-jurisdiction evidence of the legal name change, list the assumed name you will use in Texas, and select “effective when filed.” The filing office accepts the amendment. You sign new Texas contracts under the assumed name, and your public record clearly shows the crosswalk between your legal and assumed names.

Approach this filing like any client matter: collect facts, confirm requirements, draft clean text, attach evidence, submit, and close the loop internally. If you maintain that discipline, Form 407 is straightforward, and your Texas record will stay accurate and defensible.

Legal Terms You Might Encounter

• A foreign limited liability partnership is a partnership formed outside Texas. You registered it to do business in Texas. This form updates the Texas registration. It does not change your home-state entity.
• The Secretary of State file number is your Texas tracking number. You received it when you first registered. You need it to file this amendment. It ensures your change applies to the right entity.
• An amendment updates information on file. It records changes from your original registration. Typical changes include the partnership name, principal office, or registered agent. You can include several changes in one filing.
• The registered agent is your official contact in Texas. The registered agent receives legal papers and state notices. The agent must have a Texas street address. If you change the agent or address, report it here.
• The governing jurisdiction is your home state or country. It is where your LLP was formed. If that jurisdiction or its name changes, you update that here. Keep it consistent with your home records.
• An assumed name is a name you use in Texas that differs from your legal name. You may need one if your legal name is unavailable in Texas. If you adopt or change an assumed name, reflect it in this filing. You may also need separate assumed name filings.
• The principal office is your main business location. It is often your headquarters. If that address changes, you update it here. Use a physical address, not a P.O. Box.
• The effective date is when your change takes effect on Texas records. You can request immediate effect. You can also select a future date. Make sure the date fits your business timeline.
• Authorized person means who can sign the form. This is usually a partner or an authorized agent. Check your partnership agreement for signing authority. Use a signatory whose authority is clear.
• A conversion or merger changes your entity type or combines entities. That is different from a simple amendment. If you converted or merged in your home state, you may also need to update Texas records. An amendment can note the new name, structure details, or status change.
• Service of process is an official legal notice. It usually comes through your registered agent. If agent details are wrong, you could miss lawsuits. Keep this information current to protect your rights.

FAQs

Do you need to file Form 407 for any change?

Yes. File an amendment when information in your Texas registration changes. Typical triggers include a name change, a new registered agent, a new principal office, or a change in governing jurisdiction details. File as soon as practical to keep records accurate.

Do you need a certificate from your home state for a name change?

Often, you do not. Some name changes may require proof from your home state records. If you changed the legal name there, include consistent evidence. Attach any supporting documents the state requires for clarity. Keep attachments simple and clear.

Do you need to update the registered agent in Texas if you changed it elsewhere?

Yes. Texas requires a Texas-registered agent and office. If your Texas agent or address changes, you must amend your Texas registration. Changes in your home state agent do not update Texas records automatically.

Do you file a new registration if you move offices?

No. You file an amendment. Use this form to update your principal office address. Confirm the format is complete and standardized. Include suite numbers and any address changes in full.

Do you need to file multiple amendments for several changes?

No. You can list multiple changes on one amendment. Combine them to save time and filing fees. Organize the changes clearly by topic. Make sure each change is specific and complete.

Do you need partner approval to sign?

Follow your partnership agreement. Many partnerships authorize a managing partner or agent to sign. Use a signatory who clearly has authority. You may keep internal consent records with your files.

Do you have to withdraw instead of amending if you stopped doing business in Texas?

If you stopped all Texas business, consider withdrawal instead. An amendment will not end your Texas registration. Withdrawal is a separate filing. Choose the action that matches your current operations.

Do you need to file assumed name documents with this amendment?

This form updates your Texas registration details. If you adopt an assumed name, you may also need a separate assumed name filing. Keep your records consistent across all filings. Use the same spelling and punctuation.

Do you need to pay a fee?

Yes. A state filing fee applies. Have a payment method ready. If you mail a paper filing, include payment with the package. If you file online, follow the payment prompts.

Do you need original ink signatures?

Texas accepts electronic signatures on many filings. Paper filings can use original signatures. Keep a signed copy in your records. Consistent signatures help if questions arise.

Do you need to wait for approval before using a new name?

You should wait for state confirmation before widespread use. Marketing under a name not on record can cause confusion. Align your launch with filing acceptance. Plan your timeline accordingly.

Do you need to notify anyone after the filing?

Yes. Update your registered agent, banks, insurers, clients, and vendors. Update licenses, permits, contracts, and tax accounts. Ensure all third parties use your new details. Keep proof of notices.

Checklist: Before, During, and After the Form 407

Before signing: Information and documents you need

• Secretary of State file number.
• Current legal name as registered in Texas.
• New or corrected information you will report.
• Exact text of any new name or assumed name.
• Governing jurisdiction details and entity type.
• Texas registered agent name and Texas street address.
• Principal office address, including suite or unit.
• Date of the change and preferred effective date.
• Internal authorization per your partnership agreement.
• Supporting documents for a legal name change, if applicable.
• Contact person, email, and phone for state questions.
• Payment method for the filing fee.
• Return instructions for stamped copies.

During signing: Sections to verify

• Confirm the legal name matches your Texas record.
• Enter the file number correctly. Check each digit.
• Describe each amendment clearly and separately.
• List the updated registered agent and Texas address.
• Provide the full principal office address.
• State the governing jurisdiction correctly.
• Use the exact amended name or assumed name format.
• Choose an immediate or delayed effective date.
• Ensure the signatory’s name and title are correct.
• Date the signature. Avoid undated filings.
• Add a daytime contact for status questions.
• Review any attachments for clarity and legibility.

After signing: Filing, notifying, storing

• Submit the form with the fee using your chosen method.
• Retain proof of delivery or online submission receipt.
• Track the filing status until acceptance.
• If rejected, correct the issues and resubmit promptly.
• Save the stamped copy with your corporate records.
• Update internal registers and your partnership agreement references.
• Notify your registered agent of the change.
• Update banks, insurers, payroll providers, and lenders.
• Update licenses, permits, and tax accounts.
• Refresh contracts, invoice templates, and letterhead.
• Update your website, email signatures, and marketing.
• Inform clients and vendors of any new name or address.
• Note the next renewal or maintenance deadlines in your calendar.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using the home-state name that is not available in Texas

• Texas may require a different name or an assumed name. If you use an unavailable name, the filing can be rejected. Don’t forget to align the Texas name with availability rules.

Listing a registered agent without a Texas street address

• A P.O. Box is not enough for the registered office. If you list the wrong address, service can fail. That can lead to missed lawsuits. Confirm the agent’s physical address before filing.

Forgetting to include all related changes

• You change the name but forget the email or address used in contracts. Mismatched records cause delays and confusion. Bundle all related updates in one amendment.

Selecting the wrong effective date

• A delayed date can conflict with contracts or tax timelines. It can also slow rollouts. Pick a date that aligns with your business plans.

Using an unauthorized signatory

• If the signer lacks authority under your agreement, the state can question the filing. That can cause rejection or later challenges. Verify who can sign and document the authority.

Submitting with typos or inconsistent punctuation

• Names and addresses must match across records. Typos cause mismatches and legal confusion. Proofread the name, punctuation, and spacing carefully.

Ignoring home-jurisdiction updates

• If your home state records differ from Texas records, banks may flag accounts. Fix the home state first or in parallel. Keep both records consistent.

What to Do After Filling Out the Form

File the amendment promptly

• Submit the completed form with the required fee.
• Choose your filing method and follow the instructions.
• Include any attachments that clarify your change.

Monitor the filing

• Keep the submission receipt and note the date.
• Track status until you receive state confirmation.
• Respond to any state inquiries quickly.

Handle corrections if needed

• If the state rejects the filing, review comments.
• Correct only the flagged items and resubmit.
• Keep a record of the revised version and date.

Distribute the accepted amendment

• Save the stamped copy with your permanent records.
• Share it with the registered agent and key partners.
• Provide copies to banks, lenders, and insurers.
• Distribute updates to payroll, benefits, and HR systems.

Align all external references

• Update licenses, permits, and tax accounts.
• Update vendor and client contracts and standing orders.
• Refresh invoices, letterhead, and engagement templates.
• Update your website, listings, and directory profiles.

Coordinate internal operations

• Update your compliance calendar and renewal reminders.
• Note any future filings triggered by this change.
• Train staff on the new name or processes.
• Confirm that e-signature tools reflect the new name.

Validate downstream records

• Verify the registered agent’s records reflect the change.
• Confirm that banks and payment processors updated your profile.
• Check shipping and billing systems for the new address.
• Test email deliverability if domains or names changed.

Plan related filings if needed

• If you adopted an assumed name, complete that filing.
• If you changed the entity name at home, sync all states.
• If you cease Texas operations, plan a separate withdrawal.
• If you merged or converted, review any additional steps.

Keep a clean paper trail

• Store the form, proof of filing, and acceptance.
• Keep internal approvals with the filing packet.
• Document who was notified and when.
• Maintain a version history for audit readiness.

Review for consistency after 30 days

• Confirm all third parties reflect the changes.
• Fix any lingering mismatches fast.
• Record any corrective notices sent.