Marriage License Requirements for St. Johns County, Florida:
Requirements:
Both parties must be present and have an acceptable form of picture identification, drivers license are preferred. If you are not a U.S. Citizen, a valid passport must be presented.
Social Security numbers will need to be provided. If either or both parties are not U.S. Residents, then a valid passport will act in lieu of the Social Security number.
It is required by Florida Law that a Family Law Handbook be read prior to issuance of the marriage license. If either party has been previously married before, the exact date of the last terminated marriage must be known. If 16 or 17 years of age, both parents must sign and have notarized a Certificate of Consent for Marriage. If under 16 years a court order must be obtained. Exception is a minor that has been married before, as they are considered an adult.
The state of Florida now requires a 3 day waiting period if both parties are Florida residents and have not taken an approved marriage class.
The license is good for 60 days from the effective date and can be used anywhere in the State of Florida. The cost of the license is $93.50. If the couple has attended an approved counseling class the price is reduced to $61.00. The provider of the class must be listed with the Clerks office. Inquires may call 904-819-3640.