In order to be married in the State of Florida, you must purchase your license in the State of Florida. The license can only be obtained at a courthouse in the State of Florida.
If you have any questions regarding laws or required documents, please contact any courthouse in the State of Florida for information.
Most Courthouse hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm - Monday through Friday, excluding certain holidays. Many courthouses also close early the day before a holiday, so keep this in mind when planning to obtain the marriage license prior to your wedding date.
The Marriage License is the LEGAL DOCUMENT you purchase to legalize your marriage and is NOT provided by Elegant Beach Bride. You must provide the Officiant performing the ceremony with the license and the officiant is responsible for the legal filing of the marriage license after the ceremony. After filing, the State of Florida is responsible for recording the document and for sending the stamped copy to the bridal couple for their records.
ALWAYS HAVE THE MARRIAGE LICENSE ON HAND TO PRESENT TO THE OFFICIANT PERFORMING THE CEREMONY. WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENT, THE CEREMONY CAN NOT BE LEGALIZED BY THE OFFICIANT!
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No waiting for out of state residents only.
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FLORIDA RESIDENTS - Must wait 3 days after applying for the marriage license before they can marry, unless they complete a pre-marital courseand can provide a certificate obtained prior to applying for the marriage license.
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No blood test or physical required.
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Both parties must be 18 years of age or older.
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Both parties must be present to sign for the license and present proper ID.
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Marriage license is valid for 60 days from date of issue.
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Marriage license is about $93.50 payable by Cash, Visa, Master Card And Discover. Checks are not accepted and there are no refunds.
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Know your Social Security number.
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If previously married, know the date of divorce or death.
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The only out-of-state Officiant authorized to perform Florida weddings is an Ordained Minister. No out-of-state Notaries, Justices of the Peace, Judges, etc. may legally perform Florida ceremonies.
You may also visit the Courthouse web site: http://www.pbcountyclerk.com/
Please contact the courthouse for any further information such as what documents if any you need to provide if previously married and divorced.
