Florida Requirements

Where to apply:
Marriage license can be acquired Monday through Friday, excluding U.S. legal holidays at the Lee County Administration Building, 2115 Second Street, downtown Fort Myers. Hours are 7:45 am to 5:00 pm, best to apply early in day to avoid traffic. Licenses are available to both Florida residents and non-residents. Process takes 15-20 minutes.

When to apply:
Licenses are issued immediately upon application and valid for 60 days from date of issue.

Identification:
Couple must appear together and must be 18 years old or over. I.D. such as valid drivers license or passport showing picture and signature is required. For second marriage, date previous marriage ended is required. If in last 6 months bring certified copy of divorce or death certificate. If legal name differs from name on drivers license then birth certificate is needed.

Blood Test:
A blood test is not required in the State of Florida.

Waiting Period:
No waiting period for couples from out of state or out of the country. There is a three day waiting period or four hours of premarital counseling required for Florida residents.

Fee:
Marriage license is $93.50 cash only.

Marriage licenses can be issued from any county in the State of Florida. Requirements vary.

Collier County Information:
For marriage license requirements in Collier county, refer to: http://www.clerk.collier.fl.us. Go to recording then quicklinks to marriage license.

For directions to the Collier County Clerks Offices refer to: http://www.clerk.collier.fl.us/