ID Requirement
Picture ID such as a driver's license and your Social Security card or a valid passport
number or I-94 card.
Residency Requirement: Do not have to be a resident of Florida. The waiting period
does not apply to non-Florida residents.
Application Requirement: Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the
time of applying.
Waiting Period: There is a three-day waiting period for Florida residents who have
not taken the premarital course.
If Divorced: If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must
be supplied. If the divorce or spouse's death occurred within the past 30 days, a
certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate is required.
Fees: $93.50 - cash only. Couples who have completed a state-sanctioned marriage
preparation course within the past 12 months are entitled to a discount of $32.50. The
provider of the class must be listed with the Clerks office.
The Florida Premarital Preparation, is a course provided by a qualified instructor
registered with the Clerk of the Circuit Court consisting of not less than 4 hours. The
course may include instruction regarding conflict management, communication
skills, financial responsibilities, children and parenting responsibilities on actual case
data compiled from information reported by married couples who seek counseling.
The course may be provided by personal instruction, videotape instruction,
instructions via other electronic medium or a combination of these methods. A roster
is available in any Clerk's Office issuing marriage licenses.
Other Tests: No blood test requirement.
Under 18: If an individual is under 18 years of age, but older than 16 years of age, a
marriage license can be obtained with parental consent. If a parent has sole custody
or the other parent is dead, the permission of one parent is sufficient. If a person is
under the age of 16, the marriage license has to be issued by a county judge, with or
without parental permission. If a minor's parents are both deceased and there is not
an appointed guardian, he/she may apply for a marriage license. A minor who has
been previously married may also apply for a license. A minor who swears that they
have a child or are expecting a baby, can apply for a license if the pregnancy has
been verfied by a written statement from a licensed physician. A county court judge
may at his/her discretion issue or not issue a license for them to marry.
Proxy Marriages: Not allowed in Florida.
Officiants: Any ordained or licensed clergy, notary publics, and justices of the peace.
Valid: License is valid for 60 days.
The license can only be used within the State of Florida.
Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The
above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.
It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or
county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.
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