Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen is pleased to introduce eFBN, a new pilot service that allows business owners to submit Fictitious Business Name (FBN) filings electronically, anytime and from anywhere with internet access, without having to visit a Clerk-Recorder office.
“Our goal is to make government services easier and more convenient for the public,” said Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen. “With eFBN, business owners can file when it works for their schedule, save time, avoid unnecessary trips to our office, and focus more of their time on running their businesses.”
Members of the media, local business owners, chambers of commerce, business leaders, and community partners are invited to join Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen for the official unveiling of this new online service. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how eFBN simplifies the filing process, saves time, and makes government services more accessible to Orange County's business community.
PRESS CONFERENCE DETAILS
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Location: County Administration South Building (601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701)
During the press conference, Clerk-Recorder Nguyen will introduce the new system and highlight how business owners can complete and submit filings electronically, receive updates, make corrections when necessary, and pay applicable fees online by credit card.
The new system allows customers to receive electronic notifications when additional information or corrections are needed and track the status of their filings. Applications submitted outside regular office hours will be available for processing the next business day.
In addition to new FBN filings, eFBN provides online options for renewals, changes, abandonments, and withdrawals. The pilot service expands access for customers who may live or work farther from a
Clerk-Recorder location or cannot easily visit during regular business hours. Traditional mail-in and in-person filing services remain available.
For more information about Fictitious Business name filings and the new eFBN service, please visit OCCLERKRECORDER.GOV or call the Orange County Clerk-Recorder's Office at (714) 834-2500, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays.
Members of the media interested in attending the demonstration, arranging an interview with Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen, or requesting additional information may contact Billy Le at (714) 834-2248 or Billy.Le@rec.ocgov.com.
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