Q: How do I get a marriage license?
A. There are three simple steps that you need to follow:
The couple must appear before the clerk of the court and fill out the marriage license application.
Pay the marriage license application fee.
Have the marriage ceremony.
Please see "Guide to Getting Married in Florida" for detailed steps on getting married in Florida.
Q: How do I apply for a marriage license if I'm in the hospital?
A. A few of the counties have online marriage applications. The steps of obtaining the marriage license online are similar:
Go to the county clerk's website and fill out the marriage license application.
Pay the marriage license application fee.
Schedule an online video meeting with the county clerk.
After the county clerk receives your online application and fee, they will email you and request a day and time to schedule an online video meeting.
Have the online video meeting with the county clerk.
Both partners MUST be present when having this meeting.
Download the marriage license.
Once the meeting is complete, the county clerk will email you a final marriage license, this is what must be signed by an official at your wedding ceremony to make your marriage legal as per the state.
Q: Can I have my wedding at night?
A. Definitely!
I can officiate your wedding at anytime of the day or night. There is an additional fee for night ceremonies.
Please refer to the A La Carte section for the additional fee.