Florida:  Changing Your Address

You’ve finally arrived at your new residence or have just relocated to Florida from another state, in either case, welcome! Now, it is time to take care of important matters such as legal formalities.  There are requirements set by the State of  Florida such as the set requirement of 10 days from your move date to your new residence to change your address on your license.  While all the formal legalities of a move sometimes seem overwhelming, 4dmv.com assures you that a change of address on your driver’s license and registration is quite simple.  We have compiled all the information you need.

Depending upon the type of driver’s license you possess will depend upon your options.  For commercial drivers the State of Florida requires that you visit your local Driver License Division in person.  For non-commercial driver’s you have the option of submitting your change of address online, through mail, by phone or by visiting your local office.  4dmv.com has compiled all the information you need for whatever method you choose to submit your change of address.  We also direct you to the sites, the paperwork and let you know what fees will be charged.

Change Your Address on Your Driver’s License Online

Many of us find the Internet the most convenient means to conduct business.  There is no hassle waiting on hold, standing in long lines, or driving to the post office.  Changing your address online is easily done by visiting GoRenew.  Once on the site, you will be provided with easy to follow instructions. There will be a fee of $25 that applies; however, you will be able to pay by Visa or MasterCard.  Once you have completed the transaction and paid the fees you can expect two weeks or more for processing.

Change Your Address on Your Driver’s License by Mail

Mail is often another convenient method that residents of the State of Florida often choose to change their address on their driver’s license.  IN order to legally complete the process by mail, simply download the Driver License or Identification Card Address Change Form which you will need to complete and mail with the $25 processing fee to:

Bureau of Records

PO Box 5775

Tallahassee, FL  32314-5775

Make sure that you make the check or money order payable to the Division of Driver Licenses.  Processing time will be about 30 days.

Change Your Address on Your Driver’s License at Your Local HSMV Office

To apply in person, which is the only method to apply for your change of address on your driver’s license if you are a commercial driver, simply bring your current license or Identification card.  Depending upon the size of the office, you will depend upon whether the new license will be issued immediately or be mailed to your new address.  Should you office mail the new driver’s license to your.  The fee for the new license will be $25.

Should you possess a license that has been issued to you prior to July 1, 1997; a change of address sticker will be sent to you.  Once you receive the sticker you will then place it on the back of your license.  License issued after July 1, 1997 are digitized licenses and for these, you will receive a new license instead of a sticker.

Congratulations and once again welcome to your new home!  It is 4dNow that you have applied fro your change of address there is one more legal formality.  Once you receive you new driver’s license you must destroy your old one!

Change Your Address on Your Title and Registration

Now that you have your driver’s license taken care of, there is one more formality required by the State of Florida and that your is your change of address for your tag renewal notices.  This is something that is easily overlooked, however, there is a timeframe that must be followed and that is 20 days from the date of your move.  The process is easy, simply visit your tax collector’s office in person or mail in your request.  You can also submit your request online; however, there will be a small fee. You will need to provide some information and that is the reregistered vehicle’s license plate number and your current address information.

Congratulations from 4dmv.com on your new home!  Remember, that we have compiled all the legal information necessary regarding guidelines and regulations in the State of California.

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Changing Your Name