Marriage license requirements in South Florida
A marriage ceremony can't take place unless a valid marriage license has been issued and you must apply for it prior to your ceremony
Details are different and may vary by county, so it is best to check with your local county Register of Deeds office. A selection of local counties with their contact information is listed below. Both applicants should appear at the Register of Deeds to get a marriage license. Both parties must be at least 18 years old to be legally married. If one or both of the applicants is under legal age, parental consent must be obtained (contact Register of Deeds for additional information). Be prepared to pay a license fee.
Important Documents Required.
Social Security Number (provide proof with a W-2 form, payroll stub or statement from the Social Security Office)
Proper Identification (Drivers License)
If 18-21 also bring your Certified Birth Certificate
The marriage license fee is $88.50. If you complete a state sanctioned marriage preparation course, you are entitled to a discount of $32.50. The course has to be taken prior to, but not exceeding one year, the date of application. Accepted forms of payment are cash.
There is no waiting period for a South Florida marriage license, but you must wait 3 days to be married. Be mindful to allow adequate time for marriage license processing.
You are responsible for insuring that the license is received by your officiant. Which should be returned and completed with the bottom portion of both copies to the Register of Deeds within 10 days by officiant. You may obtain proof of your marriage by completing a copy request form, which will cost $10.
Form can be found on your local Register of Deeds website.
Local Register of Deeds in South Florida
Broward County ClerkP.O. Box 14668 Search Dept.Ft Lauderdale, FL 33302954-831-6600
Palm Beach County300 North Dixie Hwy, Room 201Recording DepartmentWest Palm Beach, FL 33401561-355-2996
Please contact the appropriate office prior to your visit to verify office hours and fees.
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