Your Marriage License

For your convenience we have listed the requirements for obtaining a marriage license in the State of Florida. 

• Both participants must go to a Florida County Courthouse to obtain a Marriage License.
• Identification for Both participants is needed.
• Proof of divorce is needed if previously married.
• A death certificate is required if previous Spouse died.
• The Florida Marriage License presently costs $93.50.
• Blood tests are not required.
• Starting in January, 1999 the Marriage License will have a 3 Day waiting period for Florida residents.
• Non-residents will have no waiting period to get their Marriage License.
• A Florida Marriage License is required prior to the wedding ;~)
• Marriage ceremonies can only be performed on or after the effective date on the Marriage License. Please note: the effective date is typically two to three days after the license is actually issued.