Requirements to Get Married in Florida

Core Requirements

• Marriage License: Obtain from the county clerk where the ceremony will occur. Both parties must appear with valid photo ID and proof of residency (if required). License valid 60 days.
• Identification: Driver's license, passport, or state ID at ceremony.
• Witnesses: Two adults (18+) must sign the license after the ceremony.

Special Situations

• Minors (under 18): Parental consent + court order (judge's approval).
• Previously married: Certified divorce decree or death certificate of former spouse.
• Foreign nationals: Passport, visa, possibly translated documents.

Officiant & Ceremony

Authorized officiants: clergy, judges, court clerks, notaries (with authorization). Ceremony can be civil or religious. Officiant completes/signs license during ceremony.

After the Ceremony

Return signed license to county clerk within 10 days for recording and certified certificate issuance.

Note: County-specific variations exist; verify with the local clerk's office.