Getting Married in Broward &
Miami-Dade County
Planning a Florida wedding? Here’s what you need to know about getting your marriage license and choosing your officiant in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. This page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice, always confirm current requirements, fees, and hours with the Clerk of Courts before your appointment.
Florida Marriage License Requirements
Marriage license requirements are set at the state level under Florida Statutes Chapter 741, so the rules are the same no matter which county issues your license, only the office location and appointment process differ.
Both parties must appear together in person at the Clerk of Courts office. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport) and your Social Security number. If either of you has been divorced, be ready to provide the month and year the divorce was finalized.
Standard license fee: $86. Reduced fee: $61 if at least one applicant completes a Florida-approved 4-hour premarital preparation course and provides the certificate.
Florida residents who do not complete the premarital course face a mandatory 3-day waiting period before the license is valid; out-of-state residents and course completers are exempt from the waiting period.
The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance and can be used anywhere in Florida. After the ceremony, your officiant must sign the license and it must be returned to the issuing Clerk’s office within 10 days.
Broward County
Marriage licenses in Broward County are issued through the Broward County Clerk of Courts, Marriage License Division. Locations, hours, and appointment requirements can change, so check browardclerk.org for the current office locations and to see whether an appointment is required before you go.
Miami-Dade County
Marriage licenses in Miami-Dade County are issued through the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts, Marriage License Bureau. Check miamidadeclerk.gov for current office locations, hours, and appointment requirements before you go.
Who Can Officiate Your Ceremony
Under Florida Statutes § 741.07 (“Persons Authorized to Solemnize Matrimony”), marriages may be solemnized by ordained clergy, judicial officers, clerks of court, and notaries public. As a licensed Florida notary and wedding officiant, I’m authorized to officiate your ceremony and notarize your marriage license, so you can handle both in one appointment.
Ready to Get Started?
Visit the Wedding Officiant page for ceremony packages and pricing, or reach out directly to schedule your consultation and get your questions answered. You can also go over the questions I most frequently get asked in the Frequently Asked Questions section.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Marriage license requirements and fees can change, please verify current details directly with the Broward County or Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts before applying.