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When applying for a marriage license, both parties, age 18 and over, must be present.
A Florida marriage license allows a couple to get married anywhere in Florida, regardless of the county the license was purchased from. If you are getting married outside of Florida, obtain the marriage license from the state where you will be married.
State of Florida residents have the option of attending a premarital course from a registered provider, or waiting a 3-day mandatory time period before the marriage license becomes effective. An Online Premarital Course Provider Directory is available to assist you in locating a premarital course provider (see clerk for certificate requirements), or you will find a copy of this registry at any marriage service location. Non-Florida residents are exempt from any marriage license waiting period.
Marriage License Identification Requirements:
A valid federal or state government photo identification card is required and must provide the correct legal name, date of birth and signature of the applicant.
Types of photo identification cards accepted are:
In accordance with State of Florida Statute, any person who has been issued a Social Security number shall provide their social security number during the marriage license application process. [Copies of the social security card are not needed, only the social security card number.] Any person who is not a citizen of the U.S. may provide either a Social Security number or an Alien Registration number, if one has been issued. If neither has been issued, another form of ID may be required.
Other helpful information:
To expedite the Marriage License application process, complete, print, and bring the Marriage License Online Pre-Application, to any Broward County Marriage License office location listed on this page.
Requirements for under-aged marriage license applicants
Applicants who are at least 17 years of age:
In addition to the above listed requirements, the following documents must be presented when one or both of the applicants are within this age bracket:
Any applicant under the age of eighteen (18) and at least seventeen (17) years of age must have the consent of both parents, or a legal guardian.
If custody of such minor has been granted to one parent, original proof must be provided.
You may obtain consent forms from this office. If one parent is deceased, a certified copy of the death certificate is required.
Proof of age and parents identity is required. This may be done with a certified copy of the person’s birth certificate.
If the parent's names do not match, additional proof may be required.
Additionally, a person that is at least 17 years of age may marry only if the other party is no more than two years older.
Applicants under 17 years of age: Per F.S. 741.04, Issuance of Marriage License we are prohibited from issuing a license to any person under 17 years of age.
ALL UNDERAGE APPLICATIONS ARE PROCESSED AT THE BROWARD COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN FORT LAUDERDALE, ROOM 02460.
Couples wishing to get married in Florida may apply for a license online or in-person at one of our office locations.
Both parties must apply at the same time in-person at one of our locations.
Prior to obtaining a marriage license, both parties must sign an affidavit indicating they have read the Family Law Handbook, which is available through The Florida Bar Family Law Section - Resources tab in the following languages:
The Family Law Handbook is also available for viewing at any of the Marriage or One-Stop courthouse service locations listed below.
To assist in expediting the Marriage License application process, please complete, print, and bring the Marriage License Online Pre-Application, to any of the Marriage or One-Stop courthouse service locations listed below.
Walk-Ins are Welcome
All Walk-Ins are welcomed! An appointment is not necessary. Just visit any of the Marriage or One-Stop courthouse service locations listed below:
The following officials are authorized by Florida law to perform marriage ceremonies:
Once issued, a marriage license is valid in any Florida county for 60 days. After the marriage ceremony, the original marriage license must be signed by the officiant and returned to the Central Courthouse Marriage Division within 10 days. It will be recorded, and a certified copy will be sent to the address provided on the application.
Please remember that there may be a waiting period before you can get married. Please view our Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
A Civil Marriage ceremony can be performed in one of our Marriage Division locations after the license is effective for an additional cost. No witnesses are required for a Civil Marriage ceremony, however they are recommended.
A Civil Marriage ceremony can be performed in one of our Marriage Division locations after the license is effective for an additional cost. No witnesses are required for a Civil Marriage ceremony, however they are recommended.
Walk-Ins Only! No appointment needed, just visit one of our locations below:
The cost to purchase a Marriage License is $5.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional copy.
To obtain a copy of a marriage license filed in Broward County, Florida, submit the following information:
NOTE: The marriage license division can only assist you with Marriage Licenses filed in Broward County, Florida
Send the above information by mail to:
Marriage Division
540 SE 3rd Avenue, Room 02460
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Payment methods accepted by mail:
NOTE: DO NOT SEND CASH. Include a self-addressed stamped business envelope and allow a minimum of two weeks for a response. For further assistance, contact the Marriage Division at (954) 831-7283.
Payment methods accepted in-person:
A certified copy of a marriage license issued by the Broward County Clerk of Courts from 1915 to 1997 may only be purchased in-person at the Marriage Central Courthouse location below:
Division, Address and Room Number |
Hours of Operation and Phone Numbers |
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Marriage Central Central Courthouse Midrise Building 540 SE 3rd Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 2nd Floor, Room: 02460 |
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-7283 |
A certified copy of a marriage license issued by the Broward County Clerk of the Courts from 1998 to present can be purchased from any of the following courthouse locations below:
Division, Address and Room Number |
Hours of Operation and Phone Numbers |
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Marriage Central Central Courthouse Midrise Building 540 SE 3rd Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 2nd Floor, Room: 02460 |
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-7283 |
Marriage North North Regional Courthouse 1600 West Hillsboro Boulevard Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Room: 160 |
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-1453 |
Marriage South South Regional Courthouse 3550 Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood, FL 33021 Room: 160 |
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-0320 |
Marriage West West Regional Courthouse 100 North Pine Island Road Plantation, FL 33324 Room: 180 |
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-6528 |
VALID FORMS OF PAYMENT — Cash, Cashier’s Check, Money Order, or American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa credit cards. (Proper identification is required when paying in person by credit card.) MAKE CHECK AND MONEY ORDERS PAYABLE TO "BROWARD COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS". NO BUSINESS, OR PERSONAL CHECKS ARE ACCEPTED. | |
Standard Marriage License Application Fee | $86.00 |
Reduced Marriage License Application Fee | $61.00 |
Original Certificate from Broward Registered Provider is Required | |
Marriage Ceremony and Vow Renewal | $30.00 |
Duplicate License Fee | $30.00 |
Amendment of a Marriage License (Requires A Court Order) | $30.00 |
Certified Copy of Recorded Marriage License | $3.00 |
Administration of Oath | $3.50 |
Stamped Envelope | $1.00 |
Photo Copy | $1.00 |
Search Fee | $2.00 |
A marriage license or a Civil Marriage ceremony by the Clerk of Courts Office may be obtained at one of the locations located in the right-hand column.
Both parties must apply in person at the same time.
Please refer to the Marriage License Fees section for detailed information.
The standard marriage license fee is $86.00 and includes a 3-day waiting period before a marriage ceremony can be performed.
The only exceptions to the 3-day waiting period are:
NOTE: If the couple elects the option to attend a premarital course from a registered provider, the marriage license fee is lowered to $61.00 and the waiting period is waived upon providing an original certificate of completion at the time of filing the application.
Prior to obtaining a marriage license, both parties must sign an affidavit indicating they have read the Family Law Handbook, which is available through The Florida Bar Family Law Section - Resources tab in the following languages:
NOTE: Adobe Acrobat Reader Software is required to view the Family Law Handbook.
Click here to download a free copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader software. This is a one-time process. Installation and browser configuration instructions are provided by Adobe Acrobat.
The Family Law Handbook is also available for viewing at any of the Marriage or One-Stop courthouse service locations listed on this page.
A Civil Marriage ceremony can be performed in the Marriage Division after the license is effective for an additional cost of thirty ($30.00) dollars. No witnesses are required for a Civil Marriage ceremony, however they are recommended.
A couple has the option to take a premarital course from a registered course provider. When a premarital course certificate is presented at the time of the marriage license application, the fee is reduced to $61.00 and the license is effective the same day as issued.
The optional premarital course may be obtained from a course provider who is registered with the Broward Clerk of Courts.
Visit our Premarital Course Provider Search to locate a register premarital course provider near you.
The form of identification required is a valid photo identification issued by the federal or state government. The photo identification must have the correct legal name, date of birth and signature of the applicant.
The following types of photo identifications are accepted:
In accordance with Florida State Statute, any person who has been issued a Social Security number shall provide that number. Any person who is not a citizen of the U.S. may provide either a Social Security number or an Alien Registration number, if one has been issued. If neither has been issued, another form of ID may be required.
Applicants will be required to provide one stamped, self-addressed business size envelope for the return of their certified copy after the certificate has been recorded. This may be purchased at the marriage counter for $1.00.
There are no blood tests required.
You do not need to be a resident of this county or the State of Florida to obtain a Marriage license. Marriage licenses are for use within the State for sixty-60 days from the date of issue.
If previously married, the exact date of death, divorce or annulment of the last marriage is required.
Per Senate Bill 694, all applicants must complete the form titled STATE OF FLORIDA AFFIRMATION OF COMMON CHILD/CHILDREN BORN IN FLORIDA. The information required to complete this form is the name, date of birth, birth certificate number (if known), and place of birth for each child the applicant(s) is the parent of.
Any applicant under the age of eighteen (18) and at least seventeen (17) years of age must have the consent of both parents or legal guardian. If custody of such minor has been granted to one parent, original proof must be provided. You may obtain consent forms from this office. If one parent is deceased, a certified copy of the death certificate is required. Proof of age and parents identity is required. This may be done with a certified copy of the person’s birth certificate. If the parent's names do not match, additional proof may be required.
Additionally, a person that is at least 17 years of age may marry only if the other party is no more than two years older.
Per F.S. 741.04 - Issuance of Marriage License, we are prohibited from issuing a license to any person under 17 years of age.
ALL UNDERAGE APPLICATIONS WILL BE PROCESSED AT THE BROWARD COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN FORT LAUDERDALE, ROOM 02460.
A Civil Marriage ceremony can be performed in the Marriage Division after the license is effective for an additional cost of $30.00.
Witnesses are not required for a civil marriage ceremony, but are recommended.
A legally married couple may renew their wedding vows in the Marriage Division or at a One Stop Division location. An original, certified copy of your marriage license is required. The cost for a civil ceremony is $30.00.
View the question "How do I obtain a certified copy of my marriage certificate?" above to determine how to obtain a certified copy of a marriage license.
Yes, you can search for your Marriage License online by selecting Marriage License/Application Search. If you are unable to locate your license, please contact our office at 954-831-7283 or visit one of our Marriage service locations (located in the column to the right) for further assistance.
Read more about Florida State Statute Chapter 119.071 General exemptions from inspection or copying of public records.
No, if you are legally married in another state/country you cannot get married in Florida.