New Miami Resident Information

Establishing Residency:
The easiest way to become a Florida resident is to file a declaration of domicile with the County Clerk of the Court.

Registering to Vote:
Whether you have moved from another county or from out of state, if you whish to vote you must register in order to vote in your new county. To register visit the Supervisor of Elections office.

Driver’s License:
New state residents wishing to obtain a Florida drivers license and/or register their vehicle in the state may click here to access the state requirements.

Vehicle Registration:
Future residents must register their vehicles in Florida within 10 days of gaining employment or enrolling children in school. Proof of ownership, proof of Florida auto insurance, prior registration certificate, and a current driver’s license are needed. Florida is a title law state requiring automobile owners to apply for a Florida Title Certificate. You may obtain more information by contacting your Tax Collectors Office or, click here.

Florida Taxes:
Florida does not tax personal income, salary, dividends, interest, or capital gains. Property taxes are levied on 100% of assessed real estate valuation, minus the Homestead Exemption, or any other exemptions where applicable. For more about Florida Property Tax Exemptions click here.

Homestead Exemption:
As a Florida resident, you are eligible to declare the first $25,000 of your home’s value as exempt for tax purposes, thereby reducing your ad valorem tax bill. Generally, initial application for property tax exemption must be made between January 1 and March 1 of the year for which the exemption is sought. For information call the County Property Appraiser’s office.

Boating Registration & Fishing Licenses:
All motorboats used in Florida must be registered at the Tax Collector’s Office. Boats with out-of-state registration need not register in Florida if they are here for 90 days or less. You may purchase your fishing licenses at the Tax Collector’s Office or at nearly any bait or sporting goods store. If you are over age 65, fishing licenses are free.