How to get married in Miami, Florida | Elopement Guide, Marriage License, Cost, Courthouse | Courthouse Photographer & Officiant, Marriage license cost

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Step-by-step guide to getting married in Miami, Florida.

Here is the simplest version of how to do it.

1. Fill out the Online Marriage License Pre-Application here.
2. Schedule an Appointment or Walk-in at the Marriage License Bureau
3. Bring a Valid Photo ID (Driver’s License, Passport, etc.) and Social Security Number
4. Pay for the Marriage License, it costs $86.
5. Set up an Appointment with the Courthouse or Officiant
6. Attend the ceremony with your partner and 2 witnesses
7. Sign and file the marriage license
8. Congrats! you’re officially married!

Marriage License Requirements

First you’ll need to schedule an appointment or walk-in at the Clerk’s Office:

• Miami-Dade County Courthouse (73 W. Flagler Street)

• Appointments are available for both applications and ceremonies. Walk-ins are accepted but may experience longer wait times.

• Appointments can be scheduled in advance. Complete the online marriage license pre-application to expedite the process.

• Complete the Online Marriage License Pre-Application HERE

• Provide a valid photo ID: Driver’s License, Passport, U.S. Military ID, State ID, or Alien Registration Card.

• Provide your Social Security Number (you do NOT need to bring the card).

• $86 cash or card.

• Florida residents: Mandatory three-day waiting period unless you attend a premarital preparation course. Present the certificate of completion to waive the waiting period and receive a discounted license fee of $61.

• Non-Florida residents: No waiting period.

• No blood tests required.

• Must be 18 or older to apply without parental consent.

• Marriage licenses are valid for 60 days from the issue date.

Ceremony options in Miami, Florida

• Miami-Dade County Courthouse (73 W. Flagler Street)
• Appointments are available for both applications and ceremonies. Walk-ins are accepted but may experience longer wait times.
• Appointments can be scheduled in advance. Complete the online marriage license pre-application to expedite the process.

1. Schedule an appointment at the Courthouse

2. Hire an Officiant

Once you get your marriage license, you can schedule a time with the magistrate at the courthouse.

After your ceremony

• You can request a certified copy of your marriage certificate from the Clerk’s Office for a fee. This certificate serves as proof of your marriage.

The officiant will file the signed marriage license with the Clerk’s Office to officially record your marriage.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE?

If you're coming from out of state and want to get married in Florida, you can apply, get a marriage license, and get married on the same day.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GET MARRIED AT A FLORIDA COURTHOUSE?

$86 for the marriage license. You can set up an appointment and get married on the same day.

CAN YOU GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE AND GET MARRIED THE SAME DAY IN FL?

Yes, you can get your marriage license and get married on the same day in Florida.

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