Marriage License in Orange County, Florida
Cost, office and documents to get a marriage license in Orange County (Orlando), with the official link and the date we reviewed it.
Lake Eola, Orlando, FloridaSummary: Orange County, FL
Official source Reviewed Nov 4, 2026 · Official source, with details that may vary.
- Cost
- $86. $61 with proof of a premarital course. Paying by card adds a $3.50 surcharge.
- Waiting period
- 3 days for couples where at least one lives in Florida and who don't present the premarital course certificate; it counts from when they buy the license in person. No waiting period if neither lives in Florida. In cases of serious hardship, you can ask a judge to waive it (downtown courthouse only).
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance; valid in any Florida county.
- Witnesses
- We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Where to apply
- Office: Orange County Clerk of Courts, Marriage Division: Orange County Courthouse, 425 N. Orange Ave., Room 350, Orlando, FL 32801 (407-836-2000). Branches: Apopka (1111 N. Rock Springs Rd.), Ocoee (475 Story Rd.) and Winter Park (4037 Metric Drive).
If neither of you lives in Florida, you can buy the license and marry the same day. The family law handbook you must read is available in Spanish.
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 Orange County?
$86. $61 with proof of a premarital course. Paying by card adds a $3.50 surcharge.
Fees change: confirm the amount on the official website before you go.
Where to get the license and how the process works
You fill out the eMarriage application online or on paper, and then both go together in person to any of the 4 offices to buy the license.
Office: Orange County Clerk of Courts, Marriage Division: Orange County Courthouse, 425 N. Orange Ave., Room 350, Orlando, FL 32801 (407-836-2000). Branches: Apopka (1111 N. Rock Springs Rd.), Ocoee (475 Story Rd.) and Winter Park (4037 Metric Drive).
What to bring
Completed application (online or printed); current driver's license, state ID, passport or military ID; Social Security number (U.S. residents only). If there was a prior marriage, the date it ended. If you have children in common born in Florida, an affirmation form. You must read the Family Law Handbook (available in Spanish) and sign that you read it.
Waiting period, validity and witnesses
- Waiting period: 3 days for couples where at least one lives in Florida and who don't present the premarital course certificate; it counts from when they buy the license in person. No waiting period if neither lives in Florida. In cases of serious hardship, you can ask a judge to waive it (downtown courthouse only).
- Validity: 60 days from issuance; valid in any Florida county.
- 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
If you spot an error, write to us and we'll look into it.
AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice. Confirm with the county office.