Pinellas County Tax FAQ

How do I change my name on my Florida license or ID card?

• Before visiting one of our offices, you must legally change your name with a Social Security office.
  • Make sure you bring:
    • Valid U.S. passport in current name – OR-
  • Original or certified name change documents for all name changes (marriage, divorce, adoption, legal name change, etc.)
  • You must be able to show a continuous link from birth name to current legal name
  • Church marriage documents are not acceptable

I lost my driver license / ID card. How do I replace it?

• Apply for a replacement online through MyDMV Portal
• If your ID is not REAL ID compliant, you must visit one of our offices
  • You cannot change to a REAL ID online
  • Visit the required documents page for more info

My last name is different than what is on my primary identification document. What should I do?

• You will need to provide proof of the name change
  • Original or certified name change documents for all name changes (marriage, divorce, adoption, legal name change, etc.) must be presented at the time of application (may require more than one and must show a continuous link from birth name to current legal name); church marriage documents are not acceptable
  • If you have not updated your current name with Social Security, you will need to do so before coming into one of our offices