Get Florida Marriage

To get married in Florida, visiting couples need only go together to the nearest clerk of the circuit court office to obtain a marriage license. Marriage licenses are good for 60 days. The standard fee is $93.50, which can be reduced to $61 for Florida residents who have completed a premarital preparation course.

Yes, for Florida residents. Marriage license applications are issued the same day as requested as long as all requirements are met. But there is a 3-day waiting period to be married for couples who live in Florida but do not provide proof that they have completed a premarital preparation course.

There is no waiting period for Florida residents who have both completed a state-sanctioned marriage preparation course within the last 12 months. There is a three-day waiting period for Florida residents who have not taken the course.

To get married in Florida, visiting couples need only go together to the nearest clerk of the circuit court office to obtain a marriage license. Marriage licenses are good for 60 days. The standard fee is $93.50, which can be reduced to $61 for Florida residents who have completed a premarital preparation course.

To obtain a marriage license you need: Identification: a picture ID such as a driver's license, state ID card, or valid passport; both parties will also have to provide their Social Security numbers, but do not need to provide their Social Security Cards. Fees: $93.50.

A: Although the marriage certificate has spaces for two witnesses to sign, witnesses are not specifically required by law. ... A Florida marriage license is good in any county in Florida. However, after the marriage is solemnized, the license must be returned to the county that issued it for recording.

Usually you'll receive your license during the same visit at which you apply. You may not get married within 3 days of the issue date (unless you've taken a pre-marital counseling course). You must use the license to get married within 60 days. If you don't, you'll need to reapply.

Usually you'll receive your license during the same visit at which you apply. You may not get married within 3 days of the issue date (unless you've taken a pre-marital counseling course). You must use the license to get married within 60 days. If you don't, you'll need to reapply.

The standard fee for a marriage license is $93.50. The reduced fee for applicants (Florida residents only) who have completed course attendance is $61.00. Preferred method of payment is cash.

Your original marriage certificate will be mailed to you shortly after your wedding. The time period can vary from county to county. The officiant is responsible for filing the marriage license within 10 days after the wedding, after which the county clerk will send out the finalized marriage certificate.

You may also obtain your Florida Marriage License at any clerk of court in the State of Florida. Bride and Groom must have valid photo identification such as a driver's license, state identification card, government or military identification card, or a passport. There is no waiting period for out of state residents.

Most states require you to apply for your marriage license at the town or county clerk's office where the ceremony will be taking place. ... Your state of choice may not have any waiting period, in which case you can apply for your out of state marriage license and get married in the same day!

Usually you'll receive your license during the same visit at which you apply. You may not get married within 3 days of the issue date (unless you've taken a pre-marital counseling course). You must use the license to get married within 60 days. If you don't, you'll need to reapply.

Identification: a picture ID such as a driver's license, state ID card, or valid passport; both parties will also have to provide their Social Security numbers, but do not need to provide their Social Security Cards. Fees: $93.50.

Most states no longer have blood tests as a legal requirement for a marriage license. Proof of age is also a legal marriage requirement. You must be 18 to file for and receive a marriage license, but some states will issue marriage licenses to people as young as 16 with parental consent.