Marriage Laws: Florida

ID Requirement: Picture ID such as a driver's license, valid passport or I-94 card and Social Security card. Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the time of applying.

Residency Requirement: There is no waiting period for non-Florida residents.

State Residents: Couples who have completed a state-sanctioned marriage preparation course within the past 12 months are entitled to a discount of $32.50.

Waiting Period: No waiting period for Florida residents who have both completed a state sanctioned marriage preparation course within the last 12 months. There is a three-day waiting period for Florida residents who have not taken the course.

If Divorced: If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be supplied.

Fees: $88.50

Other Tests: No blood test requirement.

Under 18: If an individual is under 18 years of age, but older than 16 years of age, a marriage license can be obtained with parental consent.

Officiants: All regularly ordained ministers of the gospel in communion with some church may perform marriages. Ministers must complete a certificate of marriage on the marriage license and return it to the office from which it was issued.

Valid: License is valid for 60 days.