Name Address Change FAQ

I'm moving, what should I do with my notary commission?

If you are moving out of state, you need to send in a resignation to the Governor's office. With your signed resignation letter, you need to enclose your certificate. You will also need to destroy your official notary seal.

If you are moving within Florida, you need to update the Department of State, Division of Corporations, of the change within 60 days.

What if I move out of Florida, may I transfer my Notary Commission?

Notary commissions cannot be transferred from state to state. You will first need to resign your current Florida commission by contacting the Governor's office. When you have established your new residence, you may apply for a new notary commission in that state.

What must I do if my name changes?

Florida law gives you 60 days to change your commission. If you are bonded through Troy Fain, please use our Amended Commission Notary Packet. The regular package is $43, which includes the state fees. You will complete the form and payment and mail it to Troy Fain Insurance. Confirm package price.

Do I need a new notary seal or stamp?

What do I do with an old notary stamp?

When your notary stamp is no longer valid, you need to ensure you are properly disposing of your notary materials. This means none of your materials should be usable when you throw them away-- you do not want to toss a seal that can still be used to make an impression.

To ensure an impression cannot be made, we recommend you remove the rubber impression pad from the base of the stamp and cut it into pieces. To be extra secure you can toss the pieces in separate trash bins.

For the embosser, break the die insert into two pieces, or as many pieces as you can. If you cannot break it, file some of the raised portions of the insert so it will not create an impression.

Never throw your old commission information away fully intact, you do not want someone using your information.