Planning a wedding can be stressful, but applying for a marriage license in Florida doesn't have to be. This step-by-step guide will help ensure a stress-free wedding day. The first step is to call your local courthouse and find out the specific requirements for getting a marriage license in your county. It's often easier to apply at a local courthouse, even if you're not a resident of that county. Make sure to gather the necessary documentation, including valid picture ID, Social Security card or birth certificate, and certified death certificate or divorce decree if applicable. Don't forget to be prepared to pay the marriage license fee, which can be discounted if you've taken a pre-marital counseling class. Once you're ready to apply, go to the county courthouse and read the marriage law handbook provided by the clerk. You and your fiancé(e) must both be present. After applying, you'll receive your license, but there are time restrictions. You can't get married within three days of the issue date (unless you've taken a counseling course), and you must use the license within 60 days. Remember that the wedding ceremony and the legal marriage process are separate, but your Florida marriage license is only valid in Florida. Make sure to have your license signed and submitted to the court by your officiant.
30 окт 2023
