Are you looking to get married in the state of Florida? If so, congratulations! We are excited for you and your future together. This blog was created to be a practical guide, providing information and links to help you submit your marriage application and process your Florida marriage license.
FL Requirements summarized to get married:
- Each person must have a form of state-authorized ID, such as a driver’s license, passport, or Military ID.
- Both individuals need to be present to obtain the necessary documentation.
- Each person must be 18 years old or older. For underage marriages, there is a procedure outlined (link below).
- If either party has been previously married, you'll need the date, state, and county of the divorce. The same applies to a death certificate or annulment.
- There's a three-day waiting period between the date of issuance and the effective date of the license. The state allows 60 days for processing/notarization. It's recommended to pick up your license paperwork at least 3 days before your wedding day.
- The marriage license fee is $86.
Use these links as a helpful resource and to find the marriage application in the south Florida area.
State of FL Clerks
Miami-Dade County
Palm Beach County
Broward County
Monroe County
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