Marriage license · Florida
Florida marriage license: cost, where to apply, and when
Issued by the clerk of the circuit court. The three-day wait applies only to Florida residents, and the course waives it. Out-of-state couples can marry the same day.
When to apply, for your date
The license lasts 60 days and there is a 3-day wait, so apply between 60 and 3 days before the wedding. Enter your date and we will do the arithmetic.
The course discount
A registered premarital course (4 hours) cuts the fee to about $61 and removes the three-day wait for Florida residents. Ask the office which providers count before you sign up; the certificate has to come from a registered provider and be dated within a year of applying.
Where to apply
The offices that serve the Florida cities Lazo covers. Both of you go, with government photo ID; check the office's own page for hours, appointments and what to bring.
What to bring
Both of you, in person, with government photo ID such as a driver's license or passport. Know your parents' full names and birthplaces, which most applications ask. If either of you was married before, know the date and how it ended; some offices ask for the decree. Bring the fee; not every office takes cards.
Florida marriage license FAQ
How much does a marriage license cost in Florida?
About $86, paid to the clerk of the circuit court. A registered premarital course (4 hours) cuts the fee to about $61 and removes the three-day wait for Florida residents. Fees change and differ by county; confirm with the office.
Where do you get a marriage license in Florida?
From the clerk of the circuit court. The three-day wait applies only to Florida residents, and the course waives it. Out-of-state couples can marry the same day.
Is there a waiting period in Florida?
3-day wait. Apply at least 3 days before the ceremony.
How long is a Florida marriage license valid?
Valid 60 days. Apply within 60 days of the wedding, after any waiting period.
Do you need witnesses in Florida?
No. Only the officiant signs.
Fees and rules are as published by the issuing offices for 2025 to 2026 and change without notice. This page is a planning aid, not legal advice; the office's own page is the last word. Planning a wedding in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Daytona Beach, Key West? Every vendor there is ranked by verified reviews, and your free wedding website is a click away. Every state.