If the requirements are met on the day of application, the marriage license will be issued and will also be effective the same day. If the requirements are not met on the date of application, the marriage license will be issued but will not be effective until three days from the issue date.
A couple wishing to be married in Florida must be prepared to provide their Social Security numbers or any other available identifications numbers, such as driver license numbers or other photo IDs (passport, military ID), to the Clerk's office to apply for a marriage license.
Requirements. When applying for a marriage license both spouses must be present. If one or both of the applicants are minors, under 18 years old, additional requirements apply. All applicants must present a valid federal or state government photo identification with the correct legal name, date of birth and signature.
Ing to Florida statute §741.211, Florida does not recognize any common-law marriage entered into after January 1, 1968. That means unmarried couples in Florida do not have legal spousal rights regardless of how long they have lived together.
Following the wedding ceremony, the executed marriage license must be signed by someone who officiated at the ceremony and returned to the marriage clerk. There must be only one signature, although more than one clergy or marrying official may perform the ceremony.
Requirements. When applying for a marriage license both spouses must be present. If one or both of the applicants are minors, under 18 years old, additional requirements apply. All applicants must present a valid federal or state government photo identification with the correct legal name, date of birth and signature.
Wedding ceremonies are now available. We are accepting walk-ins, however you may experience a longer wait time. To expedite the process, you may schedule an appointment. The marriage ceremony must be performed on or after the effective date and within 60 days of the issuance of the license.
Witnesses are not required in the State of Florida. 12. Can I marry a relative?
Non-residents of Florida may apply for a marriage license. The 3 day wait period is waived for non-residents of Florida (both persons must present valid out-of-state ID). However, you must get married in the State of Florida by a person authorized to perform weddings in ance with Florida Statute 741.07.