Bay County Online Premarital Preparation Course

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Marriage License in Bay County, FL

For your convenience, we have provided you with information about marriage license and fees in Bay County, FL. D’Arienzo Psychological Group is an approved provider of the premarital preparation course for Bay County, FL. We provide this course in an online format. Take our class today to save money on your marriage license and avoid the three day wait period on your marriage license.

Please refer to http://www.baycoclerk.com/courts/marriage/marriage-faqs/ for additional information at the Bay County Clerk of Courts website regarding obtaining a marriage license in Bay County, FL.

How long does it take to apply for a license?

It takes approximately 20 minutes to apply for a Marriage License.

What do we need in order to apply for a Marriage License?

Both parties must be 18 years of age or older. Both parties must have State or Government issued valid photo identification (Driver’s License, State issued ID card, Passport, or Military ID). Both parties must know their social security numbers (you do not need to bring the card with you). And if either party has been previously married you must know the FULL DATE of divorce, annulment, or death of previous spouse (you do not need to bring the divorce decree, annulment papers, or death certificate).

Who can issue a Marriage License?

According to Florida Statute 741.01; every marriage license shall be issued by a County Judge or Clerk of the Circuit Court under his hand and seal.

What is the fee for a Marriage License?

The cost of the license is $93.50. We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Checks are not accepted. Note: if you choose to use a credit or debit card you will be charged a convenience fee.

If we decide not to get married after purchasing the Marriage License, can we get a refund?

No, there are no refunds on a Marriage License.

Do both of us have to come in together to apply for the license?

Yes. Both parties must come in person to apply, no exceptions.

How long is the marriage license valid?

The Marriage License is valid for 60 days from the effective date (block 18a on the Marriage License). The license must be used on or before the expiration date (block 19 on the Marriage License). The person performing the ceremony must return the license to the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office for recording within 10 days after the marriage ceremony is performed.

If I live out of state, can I apply for my Marriage License in the state I live?

If you are planning a wedding in Florida, you must apply for your marriage license in the state of Florida. You may apply in any county as long as the license is obtained in the state of Florida.

Who can perform a Marriage Ceremony in the state of Florida?

As listed in Florida Statute 471.0; all regularly ordained ministers of the gospel or elders in communion with some church, or other ordained clergy, and all judicial officers, clerks of the circuit court, and Florida Notary Publics may solemnize matrimony.

Can the Clerk’s Office perform a Marriage Ceremony?

Yes, ceremonies may be performed by a Deputy Clerk in the Courthouse for a fee of $30.00. Please call to schedule an appointment at 850-747-5156.

Is there a waiting period?

Non-Florida Residents do not have a waiting period. Florida Residents have a 3-day waiting period.

Is there a way to waive the 3-day waiting period for Florida Residents?

Yes, if BOTH PARTIES are Florida Residents they may choose to take a pre-marital preparation course. If so, the 3-day waiting period will be waived and the license will be discounted to $61.00.

As Florida Residents, how do we go about taking this pre-marital course?

The pre-marital preparation course is not something you can do through the courthouse. You must take the counseling with a registered course provider. The course must be a minimum of 4 hours. You can contact our office to see if your minister or counselor is registered with our office at 850-747-5156.

Who can provide Pre-Marital Courses?

If you are qualified and wish to be an official provider of the pre-marital preparation course, you must register with the Clerk of the Court’s Office. Your Registration Affidavit must be on file with the Clerk’s Office before we can accept any Certificates of Completion from couples counseled by you. The following is a list of qualifications for the pre-marital preparation course providers:

  • A psychologist licensed under Chapter 490, Florida Statutes
  • A clinical social worker licensed un Chapter 491, Florida Statutes
  • A marriage and family therapist licensed under Chapter 491, Florida Statutes
  • A mental health counselor licensed under Chapter 491, Florida Statutes
  • An official representative of a religious institution which is recognized under Chapter 4963404 (201) Florida Statutes (with relevant training)

Do we have to take this course?

No, the course is not required. However, if you are Florida Residents and you choose not to take the pre-marital preparation course the 3-day waiting period will apply and the license will be $93.50.

Can out of state residents get a discount?

No. For Non-Florida Residents the fee for the license is $93.50.

Fee and Waiting Period Information

  • Residents- both took course, DISCOUNTED $61.00, NO WAIT
  • Residents- one took course, NO DISCOUNT $93.50, 3-DAY WAIT
  • Non-Residents (no course required), NO DISCOUNT $93.50, NO WAIT
  • 1 Resident, 1 Non-Resident- no course, NO DISCOUNT $93.50, 3-DAY WAIT
  • 1 Resident, 1 Non-Resident- Both took course, NO DISCOUNT $93.50, NO WAIT

Are we required to have a blood test before we apply for our license?

Blood tests are not required in the state of Florida.

Can a Marriage Ceremony be performed without a Marriage License?

No, Florida Statute 741.08 states that the party solemnizing the marriage shall require a properly issued marriage license before performing the ceremony.

Can we, as the couple, return the Marriage License for recording?

No, it is the legal responsibility of the notary public or minister that performed the ceremony to return the license back to the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office where the license was obtained within 10 days after the ceremony.

How long does it usually take to get a certified copy of our Marriage License?

Once the license is returned to our office, it will be recorded and mailed out to you the same day.

Can we get married by a captain aboard a ship?

Yes, if the captain is a Florida Notary Public and the ship is in Florida waters (with 2 geographic miles of the coastline) at the time of the ceremony.

Do one or both applicants have to be American Citizens?

No. There is no citizenship requirement in the state of Florida. However, you must provide proper identification. (For proper identification, please see question)

Do we need to apply for our Marriage License to renew our vows?

No. Talk to your religious advisor or personal counselor.

Can I legally marry my nephew?

No. Although the marriage application does not specifically ask about possible relationship of the parties, Florida law prohibits close blood relations from legally marrying. These include such relationships as parent-child, brother-sister, and uncle-niece. The nearest degree of relations who may legally marry in the state of Florida are first cousins.

Can partners of the same gender apply for a Marriage License?

No; Florida law specifies that one applicant must be male and the other female.

What is the fee for a certified copy of a Marriage License?

One certified copy is provided as part of the Marriage License fee. Additional certified copies may be obtained for the following fees:

Marriage Licenses issued during the years of 1913-1971; $4.00 each
Marriage Licenses issued during the years of 1972-Present; $3.00 each

How do I obtain a certified copy of a Marriage License?

If you are local, all you need to do is come to our office (in room 101 at the Bay County Courthouse). Make sure and know both parties names and the time of the marriage and the year of the marriage. You may pay by cash or a Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit or debit card. Note: if you choose to use a credit or debit card you will be charged a convenience fee.

If you are from out of town, you’ll need to send a letter requesting those copies. Be sure to include both names at the time of the marriage and the year of the marriage. Payment must be sent by money order (we do not accept checks) made payable to Bill Kinsaul, Clerk. The day we receive your request we will process it and send your certified copies back out to you. Send your request to the following address:

Bay County Clerk’s Office
ATTN: Marriage License Department
P.O. Box 2269
Panama City, FL 32402

Marriage Licenses issued during the years of 1913-1971; $4.00 each
Marriage Licenses issued during the years of 1972-Present; $3.00 each

Or you may contact the Office of Vital Statistics:

Department of Health
Office of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 210

Online Premarital Preparation Course in Baker County

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Marriage License and Fees in Baker County, FL

D’Arienzo Psychological Group is an approved provider of the premarital preparation course for Baker County, FL. We provide this course in an online format. Take our class today to save $32.50 on your marriage license and to avoid the three day wait period to obtain your marriage license.

For your convenience, we have provided you with information about marriage license and fees in Baker County, FL. Please refer to http://208.75.175.18/clerk/fees.aspx for additional information at the Baker County Clerk of Courts website regarding obtaining a marriage license in Baker County, FL.

Q. Marriage License requirements?
A. A: Both parties must be present at the time of making application and have an acceptable form of picture identification i.e., drivers license, state or federal I.D. card, etc. Note: Both parties must appear together and present social security cards.

B: Previous marriages: If either party has been married before, proof of how the last marriage terminated must be present e.g., divorce decree or death certificate.

C: Minors: If under 18 but at least 16 years of age, must have both parents signatures. Any further information regarding minors may be received from Clerk of Court’s Office (904) 259-0208

D: There is a three day waiting period and no blood test required.

E: The license is good for 60 days from date of issue, and can be used anywhere in the State of Florida.

F: The cost of the license is $93.50.

Alachua County Online Premarital Preparation Course

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Marriage License and Florida Premarital Course in Alachua County

D’Arienzo Psychological Group has supplied information here from the Alachua County Marriage License website for your convenience.  We do provide the approved premarital course in an online format so you can save money on your marriage license and avoid waiting three days to have your marriage license issue to you. Contact our office today to get started. Click here for our Online Florida Premarital Preparation Class.

Marriage/Online Application

Online Marriage Application

The Clerk of the Circuit Court is the Marriage License issuing agent for the state.

Note: A three day waiting period may apply, see details in question 7.

The following are the most often asked questions regarding a marriage license or courthouse wedding:

1.What do I need to do to get a marriage license?
To obtain a marriage license both parties need to come in person to the Clerk’s office, at 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, bring their Valid Photo Identification, provide their social security numbers (Or Valid Passport) and pay the marriage license fee. In addition, if either party has previously been married, they must supply the date and reason that marriage ended. Each person applying for a marriage license must also read the “Family Law Handbook”. This is required by law. 
The State of Florida requires both parties to complete form “AFFIRMATION OF COMMON CHILD(REN) BORN IN FLORIDA” under oath when applying for a marriage license if the following applies to you. If you are the parents of a child born in this state you are required to identify any such child you have in common by name, date of birth, place of birth. The State form will be made available to you when you come into our office for your license. 
2.What type of identification is a marriage license applicant required to produce?
Applicants are required to provide one of the following ID’s, and that ID must include his/her date of birth:

  1. A Florida identification card or driver’s license issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
  2. A passport issued by the Department of State of the United States.
  3. A passport issued by a foreign government if the document is stamped by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service.
  4. A driver’s license or an identification card issued by a public agency authorized to issue driver’s licenses in a state other than Florida, a territory of the United States, or Canada or Mexico.
  5. An identification card issued by any branch of the armed forces of the United States.
  6. An inmate identification card issued on or after January 1, 1991, by the Florida Department of Corrections for an inmate who is in the custody of the department.
  7. An inmate identification card issued by the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons, for an inmate who is in the custody of the department.
  8. A sworn, written statement from a sworn law enforcement officer as to the date of birth of an applicant and that the identification documents for an inmate in an institution of confinement were confiscated upon confinement and that the person named in the document is the person whose signature is to be notarized.
  9. An identification card issued by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service.
3. How much does it cost to get a license?
The total cost for a license (including county and state fees) is $93.50. However, couples who have attended an approved premarital preparation class pay only $61.00. The provider has to be on a provider list pursuant to Florida Statute 741.0305(5) and the original Certificate of Completion for the class must be presented to the Clerk.
4. Do I have to pay the fee in cash?
Payment in full by cash or credit card is required. If payment is made by credit card, a $5.00 service charge is added by the credit card provider.
5. Do both parties have to be present at the Clerk’s office to apply for a license?
Yes.
6. Do we have to have a blood test to apply for a license?
No. Blood tests for marriages in Florida are not required.
7. How long does it take to get a license?
Licenses are issued immediately. The process normally takes no more than 30 minutes. However, unless the couple has attended an approved premarital preparation class there is a three day waiting period before the license is effective and the marriage can take place. There is no waiting period if both parties are out of state residents.
8. What are the age restrictions for obtaining a marriage license?
To obtain a license without parental consent, both the male and female must be at least 18 years of age (the 18-year minimum age does not apply to individuals who have been married previously, nor to applicants who are parents or expectant parents).
9. Can an individual who is younger than 16 get a marriage license from the Clerk’s Office with parental permission?
Such an individual may apply for a license at the Clerk’s office. However, with or without parental permission, a marriage license to anyone under age 16 can only be issued upon approval of a county judge.
10. Is the signature of just one parent sufficient to qualify as parental permission for a minor to marry?
No. The permission of one parent is sufficient ONLY if that parent has sole legal custody of the minor or if the other parent is deceased.
11. How long is the marriage license valid?
Florida marriage licenses are valid for 60 days from their date of issue. They must be returned to the Clerk’s Office for recording within 10 days after the marriage is performed.
12. How long does it usually take to get a certified copy of our marriage record?
Certified copies are normally received within 10 days after the completed marriage certificate is returned to the Clerk’s office for recording in the county’s official records.
13. How much does it cost for a certified copy of a marriage certificate?
One certified copy is provided as part of the marriage license fee. There is no additional cost. Extra certified copies may be obtained for a fee of $3.00 each.
14. Do one or both of the marriage license applicants have to be American citizens?
No. There is no citizenship requirement.
15. Do we have to make an advance appointment for a license?
No. Licenses are issued without appointments during normal business hours, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
16. Can the Clerk’s Office perform the marriage for us?
Yes. The Clerk of the Circuit Court can perform a civil marriage ceremony. There is a charge of $30 for that service. Call 374-3636 to make an advance appointment. You should bring two witnesses with you to the ceremony if possible. Rings are at the option of the parties.
17. My husband and I want to renew our vows. Do we need to get a license for this?
No.
18. How do we go about renewing our marriage vows?
Talk to your clergyman, chaplain, or other religious adviser or personal counselor.
19. Do I have to have my divorce papers (or spouse’s death certificate) in order to apply for a marriage license?
You must be sure the divorce is final and you will need to know the date the judgement was signed. The application does require you to say when and how your last marriage ended (divorce, annulment, or death).
20. Do I have to bring a driver’s license or other form of official identification with me to obtain a marriage license?
Yes, proper photo identification such as a driver’s licence, Florida I.D. card, or passport is required.
21. Can I legally marry my nephew?
No. Although the marriage license application does not specifically ask about possible relationship of the parties, Florida law prohibits close blood relations from legally marrying. These include such relationships as:

  • parent-child
  • brother-sister
  • uncle-niece
  • aunt-nephew
22. Can two people of the same gender obtain a marriage license?
No. Florida law specifies that one applicant must be male and the other female.
23. Where is the Clerk’s Office located?
Marriage Licenses are issued at the Alachua County Family / Civil Justice Center located at 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida.
24. Can I marry outside the State of Florida with a Florida marriage license?
No. You can only use a Florida Marriage License in the State of Florida.
25. Can an ordained minister, active or retired judicial officer, circuit court clerk or notaries public from another state perform a marriage in Florida?
Per Florida Statute 741.07, all regularly ordained ministers of the gospel or elders in communion with some church, or other ordained clergy, whether in this state or not, are authorized to perform marriages. Only Florida active or retired judicial officers, Florida court clerks or Florida notaries public are authorized to perform marriages in Florida.