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Florida Marriage License Requirements<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Florida <\/span>marriage licenses<\/span> are issued by county clerks<\/span>\u00a0and authorize a couple\u00a0to marry in the state of Florida<\/span>. Both parties must appear in person with valid identification, social security numbers<\/span> (or alien registration numbers<\/span>), and affirm that they have read the Florida Family Law Handbook<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Getting married in Florida requires you to obtain a marriage license<\/span> from your county clerk<\/span>‘s circuit court office. Both you and your future spouse must apply together in person, bring valid identification, and provide your Social Security numbers<\/span>. If you’ve been married before, you’ll need details about when and how that marriage ended.<\/p>\n

The state of Florida<\/span> has specific requirements regarding who can marry, where to apply, and the documents required. Missing a step in the licensing process could delay your wedding or lead to legal complications in the future. Understanding these requirements now can save you stress later.<\/p>\n

If you’re dealing with complex issues related to marriage requirements or prior marriages, consider speaking with a Florida family law attorney<\/a>. They can help you navigate situations involving age requirements, previous divorces, or other legal questions.<\/p>\n

How To Apply for Your Marriage License<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

To marry in Florida, you\u2019ll need to first obtain a marriage license<\/span> from the clerk of the circuit court<\/span>\u2019s office. Many counties in the state allow couples to complete the marriage license<\/span> application<\/span> online, but most still require both parties to appear in person at the clerk\u2019s <\/span>office<\/span> location<\/span> as well to finalize the marriage license<\/span>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When you go to the clerk\u2019s office<\/span>, it is important that you bring the following items to your appointment:<\/p>\n