Obtain the "Declaration of Domestic Partnership" form online or at the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller's main office in the Recording Department (Room 4.2500) or at any branch location. Complete the form so it is legible and have it notarized.
No, only legal spouses are eligible for enrollment in dependent spouse coverage.
In Florida, there is no statewide recognition of domestic partnership. Only the counties of Palm Beach, Volusia, Broward, Orange, Pinellas, Miami-Dade, Leon, Monroe, and Sarasota recognize domestic partnerships, enabling legal benefits for those couples.
The Hillsborough County Domestic Partnership Registry was established to provide benefits for unmarried residents. Unmarried residents who are registered in Domestic Partnership Registry and decide to marry in the future should file a notice of Domestic Partnership termination in the registry at the time of marriage.
Nine of Florida's 67 counties recognize domestic partnerships. 1998: Monroe County. 1999: Broward County. 2006: Palm Beach County. 2008: Miami-Dade County. 2012: Orange County, Pinellas County, Volusia County. 2013: Leon County, Sarasota County.
Domestic partnership termination Either partner of a registered domestic partnership may terminate such relationship by filing a notarized Declaration of Termination of Domestic Partnership Relationship. Upon receipt of a completed application, you will receive a letter certifying the termination.
What is a Domestic Partnership? Individuals who: Establish and maintain a significant personal, emotional and economic relationship with another individual. Form domestic partnerships and live in a committed relationship.
The Hillsborough County Domestic Partnership Registry was established to provide benefits for unmarried residents. Unmarried residents who are registered in Domestic Partnership Registry and decide to marry in the future should file a notice of Domestic Partnership termination in the registry at the time of marriage.