Marriage License in Miami-Dade County, Florida
Cost, office and documents to get a marriage license in Miami-Dade County (Miami), with the official link and the date we reviewed it.
Miami Beach, FloridaSummary: Miami-Dade County, FL
Official source Reviewed Nov 4, 2026 · Confirmed in the law or on the official website.
- Cost
- $86. With a completed premarital course (minimum 4 hours, provider registered in Miami-Dade, less than 1 year old): $61.
- Waiting period
- 3 days for Florida residents; waived with the premarital course certificate. Non-residents have no waiting period.
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance.
- Witnesses
- We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Where to apply
- Office: Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, Central Marriage License Bureau: 601 NW 1st Court, Suite 1900, Miami, FL 33136 (Overtown Transit Village South building). Also at the 6 district courthouses.
With the premarital course you pay less and skip the 3-day wait. Confirm with the county whether you need witnesses.
Florida rules (apply statewide)
- Typical cost
- Miami-Dade: $86; $61 with a premarital course. Varies slightly by county.
- Waiting period
- Florida residents: the license takes effect 3 days after the application, unless they present a premarital course certificate. Non-residents do not wait. A judge can waive the wait for good cause.
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance.
- Witnesses
- We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
How much is a marriage license in Miami-Dade County?
$86. With a completed premarital course (minimum 4 hours, provider registered in Miami-Dade, less than 1 year old): $61.
Fees change: confirm the amount on the official website before you go.
Where to get the license and how the process works
Online pre-application required before you go; then in-person processing (both of you). You can book an appointment or walk in (with a longer wait). Mon–Fri, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Office: Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, Central Marriage License Bureau: 601 NW 1st Court, Suite 1900, Miami, FL 33136 (Overtown Transit Village South building). Also at the 6 district courthouses.
What to bring
Both of you must bring an original, current ID: U.S. driver's license, federal or state ID, passport, U.S. military ID, permanent resident card or naturalization certificate. U.S. citizens: Social Security number. Exact date of the last divorce, widowhood or annulment, if applicable. Read the Family Law Handbook before receiving the license.
Waiting period, validity and witnesses
- Waiting period: 3 days for Florida residents; waived with the premarital course certificate. Non-residents have no waiting period.
- Validity: 60 days from issuance.
- Witnesses: We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this license somewhere else in Florida?
Only in Florida; it is not valid for weddings outside the state.
What is the minimum age to marry in Florida?
18. At 17, with written, notarized consent from a parent or guardian, and only if the other person is no more than 2 years older. Under 17: no.
What ID do you need in Florida?
Original, current ID: U.S. driver's license, federal or state ID, passport, military ID, permanent resident card or naturalization certificate. Social Security number for citizens.
Who can officiate the wedding in Florida?
Ordained ministers or elders and other clergy; judges (active or retired); clerks of circuit courts; and Florida notaries public (Fla. Stat. 741.07).
Does AltarPlan issue the license?
No. AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice: confirm with the county office.
Sources and review date
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AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice. Confirm with the county office.