Declaration of Domicile: St. Lucie County (2026)
File a Declaration of Domicile in St. Lucie County at the St. Lucie County Clerk of the Circuit Court for $10 recording plus $10 notarization. The form is a one-page sworn statement under Florida Statutes §222.17 declaring Florida as your permanent home.
St. Lucie County Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Address
- 201 S Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
- Phone
- (772) 462-6900
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Online Filing
- Not available (in-person or mail)
Fees
| Recording fee | $10 |
| Notarization (at clerk office) | $10 |
| Certified copy | $3 |
| Remote Online Notarization (RON) | $25 (instead of clerk notary) |
| Total at clerk (with 1 certified copy) | $23.00 |
Fees reflect Fla. Stat. 28.24 (recording) and 117.05 (notarization) as of May 2026. Remote Online Notarization is capped at $25 per act under Fla. Stat. 117.275. Verify current fees with your county clerk before filing.
Filing in St. Lucie County
St. Lucie does not offer online filing. In-person filing or mail submission required. The clerk office is located in the historic courthouse building in downtown Fort Pierce.
Processing time: Same-day in person. 7-10 business days by mail.
Why St. Lucie County for Your Florida Domicile
St. Lucie County (Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie) has a 0.5% discretionary sales surtax. Property taxes average 1.04% of assessed value. The county is growing as a lower-cost alternative to Palm Beach for domicile changes.
Homestead Exemption in St. Lucie County
After filing your Declaration of Domicile, you can apply for the Florida homestead exemption through the St. Lucie County Property Appraiser. The deadline is March 1 of each year. The exemption reduces your assessed property value by up to $50,000 under Florida Constitution Article VII, Section 6.
FAQ
How much does a Declaration of Domicile cost in St. Lucie County?
The recording fee is $10. Notarization at the clerk office is $10. A certified copy costs $3. Total: approximately $23.
Where do I file a Declaration of Domicile in St. Lucie County?
File at the St. Lucie County Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 201 S Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950. Office hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Phone: (772) 462-6900.
Can I file online in St. Lucie County?
St. Lucie County does not currently offer online filing. You can file in person or by mail. Alternatively, use Remote Online Notarization (RON) to get the document notarized from anywhere, then mail it to the clerk.
Can I file remotely from another state or country?
Yes. Florida allows Remote Online Notarization (RON) under Fla. Stat. 117.295. A Florida-commissioned notary witnesses your signature via video call. You can then mail the notarized Declaration to the clerk for recording.
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