How Do I Change the Name of an Incorporated Business in Florida?
Changing the name of an incorporated business in Florida is a quick and easy process that doesn't vary much from that of most other states. Getting the correct paperwork and knowing where to send everything can help speed the results. Remember not to use your new business name on any official documents until this change is official.
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Search the Florida Division of Corporation's website (www.sunbiz.org) to be sure that the name you intend to change your business to is not already taken. Florida law requires that each business holds a uniquely identifiable name, and that all business names are listed in their registry.
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Download and print the official Florida Division of Corporation's application for amendment. Various forms are available through the Division of Corporations. Click on the appropriate links for your form of business, such as profit or not-for-profit or LLP for Limited Liability Partnership, and so on.
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Pay the filing fee by paper check as listed on your form. Various filing fees apply for amendments, according to what type of business you are requesting a name change for. The print on both the name-change application as well as the paper bank check must be legible. Cash cannot be accepted, even on a walk-in basis.
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Mail the name-change application along with the filing fee check to:
Florida Department of State, Amendment Section, Division of Corporations
PO Box 6327
Tallahassee, Florida 32314.The form and fee can also be hand-delivered to the Division's office at:
The Clifton Building
2661 Executive Center Circle
Tallahassee, Florida 32301.Your name change process should be complete within 3 to 7 days of receipt of the amendment application and filing fee.
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