How to
July 30, 2024
If you own a business in Florida and recently changed your name due to marriage, divorce, or a court-ordered petition, it’s important to update your name on file with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations—especially if your name appears on official documents like LLC filings or corporate records.
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide for business owners and professionals.
Click here for our complete guide on how to change your name in Florida.
Step-by-Step: Update Your Legal Name with the Florida Division of Corporations
1. Determine Where Your Name Appears
You may need to update:
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Certificate of Formation or Articles of Incorporation
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Registered agent records
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Authorized representative listings
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Annual report filings on Sunbiz.org
2. Gather Required Documentation
Have these documents ready:
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Certified marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order
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Government-issued photo ID with your updated name
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Optional: Employer Identification Number (EIN)
3. File an Amendment for Your Business
If you’re listed as an officer, manager, or registered agent, you may need to:
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File an Amendment to Articles of Organization (LLC) or Articles of Incorporation (Corp)
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Update your annual report with your new name
Access Florida business forms here:
https://dos.myflorida.com/sunbiz/forms/
Most updates can be filed online via:
https://efile.sunbiz.org/
4. Pay the Filing Fee
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Fees vary depending on the document type
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Annual report update: ~$138.75 for LLCs
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Amendments: ~$25–$35
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Payment can be made online by credit card or check for mailed forms
5. Confirm the Update on Sunbiz.org
After filing, check Sunbiz.org to ensure your new name appears correctly. It may take 24–48 hours for changes to reflect.
Additional Tips
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Notify your bank and merchant services provider of the name change
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Update licenses and certifications, especially for regulated industries
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File a DBA (fictitious name) update if you operate under an alternate business name
