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How to Change a Name on a Car Title in Florida

Change your vehicle title after marriage, divorce, or a court-ordered name change in Florida. No lawyer required — the process uses standard Florida DHSMV forms.

$75.25–$85.25
Title Fee
10–21 days
Processing Time
No Court Order
For Marriage/Divorce

When You Can Change the Name on a Florida Car Title

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Florida processes vehicle title name changes through the Tax Collector office or DHSMV. Name changes after marriage or divorce are among the most common transactions.

Step-by-Step Process in Florida

1
Update your driver's license first

Update your Florida driver's license or state ID to your new name before going to Florida DHSMV. You'll need the new-name ID to complete the vehicle title change.

2
Obtain certified name change document

Get a certified copy of your marriage certificate (from the county clerk), divorce decree (from the court clerk), or court order. Standard photocopies are not accepted.

3
Complete HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title)

Florida uses HSMV 82040 for all title changes. For a name change, check the "Name Change" reason on the form. Available at any Tax Collector office.

4
Visit Florida DHSMV

Bring all documents in one trip: completed form, current title, certified name change document, and your new-name ID. Florida requires certified copies of name change documents from the issuing authority (clerk of courts for divorce decrees; vital statistics for marriage certificates). Standard photocopies are rejected.

5
Pay the title fee

Pay the $75.25–$85.25 title fee. Your new title will arrive by mail in 10–21 days. Keep your receipt as proof of the transaction.

Required Documents in Florida

Court Order Requirement in Florida

Court order is NOT required for marriage or divorce name changes. Certified marriage certificate or final divorce decree is sufficient. Court orders are required for other legal name changes.

Florida Title Name Change Note

Florida's $75.25+ title fee applies even for simple name changes. If changing your name on multiple vehicles, budget separately for each. Consider updating all vehicle titles at the same Tax Collector appointment to save trips.

Official Resource
Florida DHSMV — Title Name Change ↗

Florida Car Title Name Change FAQ

How do I change my name on my car title in Florida after marriage?

In Florida, bring a certified copy of your marriage certificate plus HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title) to Florida DHSMV. Florida requires certified copies of name change documents from the issuing authority (clerk of courts for divorce decrees; vital statistics for marriage certificates). Standard photocopies are rejected.

How do I change my name on a car title after divorce in Florida?

After a divorce, bring a certified copy of your final divorce decree (with judge's signature and court seal) to Florida DHSMV along with HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title). Florida uses HSMV 82040 for all title changes. For a name change, check the "Name Change" reason on the form. Available at any Tax Collector office.

Does Florida require a court order to change a name on a car title?

No. Court order is NOT required for marriage or divorce name changes. Certified marriage certificate or final divorce decree is sufficient. Court orders are required for other legal name changes.

How much does it cost to change a name on a car title in Florida?

$75.25–$85.25. Florida charges the standard title fee ($75.25 electronic; $85.25 paper) for name change transactions — one of the highest title fees nationally.

How long does a car title name change take in Florida?

Florida name change transactions are typically completed same-day at Tax Collector offices. New title arrives by mail in 10–21 days.

What documents are needed to change a name on a car title in Florida?

Required documents in Florida: Application for Certificate of Title (HSMV 82040); Current Florida title; Certified copy of marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order; Valid Florida driver's license or ID showing the new name; Proof of Florida insurance (if re-registering simultaneously).

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