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Use our online records search to view a comprehensive listing of documents recorded into the Official Records of Broward County, Florida between January 1, 1978 and the present.
This is for individuals or companies that are registered agents with the Broward County Records Taxes and Treasury Recording Office. If you wish to register as an agent please contact the division at Track “Certificate of Titles” online! Track and follow the recording process regarding Certificates of Title after issuance by the Clerk of Courts (continue to check the Clerk’s docket to determine if a CET has been issued). Find the answers to your questions:
Now you can easily find the answers to these questions and many more answers to other related information regarding the recording process and how it all relates to the processing of Certificate of Title process. The text files available on our download site contain indexes to official records that have been filed with the Records, Taxes and Treasury Division. The file date represents the day index records were verified and released. The files contain records processed on the previous day. ResourcesParty Name SearchLast Name and First Name are required fields. Last Names with less than three characters will return exact matches only. First Names with less than two characters will return exact matches only. If included, Middle Names with less than two characters will return exact matches only. Filing Date range searches must include Date From and Date To values in the proper format. Record searches are limited to the first 200 results. For better search results, please refine your search criteria by selecting a court type, entering the party middle name and/or by entering a filing date range. Business Name SearchBusiness Name is a required field. Business Names with less than three characters will return exact matches only. Filing Date range searches must include Date From and Date To values in the proper format. Record searches are limited to the first 200 results. For better search results, please refine your search criteria by selecting a court type and/or by entering a filing date range. Case Number SearchCase Number is a required field. Citation Number SearchCitation Number is a required field. Do not enter dashes or spaces. Example: 1234ABC Note: If your citation has not been entered into the Clerk's case management system, it will not appear on the Clerk's website. Also, this search is currently only for Traffic citations. Marriage License SystemLicense ResultsLicense Information
Spouse 1 Information
Spouse 2 Information
*Please Note: License Status does not reflect subsequent termination of marriage by Divorce, Death, or Annulment. Overview PLEASE ADVISE THE CLERK IF YOU ARE EXEMPT UNDER |
| Division, Address and Room Number | Hours of Operation and Phone Numbers |
|---|---|
| Marriage Central Central Courthouse Midrise Building 540 SE 3rd Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 2nd Floor, Room: 02460 | Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Excluding Holidays 954-831-7283 |
Fees and Costs
| VALID FORMS OF PAYMENT — Cash, Cashier’s Check, Money Order, or American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa credit cards. (Proper identification is required when paying in person by credit card.) MAKE CHECK AND MONEY ORDERS PAYABLE TO "BROWARD COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS". NO BUSINESS, OR PERSONAL CHECKS ARE ACCEPTED. | |
| Standard Marriage License Application Fee | $86.00 |
| Reduced Marriage License Application Fee | $61.00 |
| Original Certificate from Broward Registered Provider is Required | |
| Marriage Ceremony and Vow Renewal | $30.00 |
| Duplicate License Fee | $30.00 |
| Amendment of a Marriage License (Requires A Court Order) | $30.00 |
| Certified Copy of Recorded Marriage License | $3.00 |
| Administration of Oath | $3.50 |
| Stamped Envelope | $1.00 |
| Photo Copy | $1.00 |
| Search Fee | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I go to apply for a marriage license?
A marriage license or a Civil Marriage ceremony by the Clerk of Courts Office may be obtained at one of the locations located in the right-hand column.
Both parties must apply in person at the same time.
What are the marriage license fees and waiting period?
Please refer to the Marriage License Fees section for detailed information.
The standard marriage license fee is $86.00 and includes a 3-day waiting period before a marriage ceremony can be performed.
The only exceptions to the 3-day waiting period are:
- If both applicants reside out-of-state and are able to present valid proof of photo identification indicating their out-of-state address at the time of filing the marriage license application. (Please call our office for other acceptable proof.)
- If the applicants present an original premarital course completion certificate at the time of filing the marriage license application.
NOTE: If the couple elects the option to attend a premarital course from a registered provider, the marriage license fee is lowered to $61.00 and the waiting period is waived upon providing an original certificate of completion at the time of filing the application.
Prior to obtaining a marriage license, both parties must sign an affidavit indicating they have read the Family Law Handbook, which is available as an online resource through The Florida Bar Family Law Section in either English or Spanish. The Family Law Handbook is also available for viewing in the Clerk of Courts Marriage and One-Stop courthouse service locations.
NOTE: Adobe Acrobat Reader Software is required to view the Family Law Handbook.
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A Civil Marriage ceremony can be performed in the Marriage Division after the license is effective for an additional cost of thirty ($30.00) dollars. No witnesses are required for a Civil Marriage ceremony, however they are recommended.
What is the Premarital Course Provider Option?
A couple has the option to take a premarital course from a registered course provider. When a premarital course certificate is presented at the time of the marriage license application, the fee is reduced to $61.00 and the license is effective the same day as issued.
The optional premarital course may be obtained from a course provider who is registered with the Broward Clerk of Courts.
Visit our Premarital Course Provider Search to locate a register premarital course provider near you.
What type of required proof of identification is accepted?
The form of identification required is a valid photo identification issued by the federal or state government. The photo identification must have the correct legal name, date of birth and signature of the applicant.
The following types of photo identifications are accepted:
- Driver License (U.S. State or Government)
- Passport
- U.S. Military identification
- State Identification Card (U.S. State or Government)
- Alien Registration Card
In accordance with Florida State Statute, any person who has been issued a Social Security number shall provide that number. Any person who is not a citizen of the U.S. may provide either a Social Security number or an Alien Registration number, if one has been issued. If neither has been issued, another form of ID may be required.
Applicants will be required to provide one stamped, self-addressed business size envelope for the return of their certified copy after the certificate has been recorded. This may be purchased at the marriage counter for $1.00.
There are no blood tests required.
You do not need to be a resident of this county or the State of Florida to obtain a Marriage license. Marriage licenses are for use within the State for sixty-60 days from the date of issue.
If previously married, the exact date of death, divorce or annulment of the last marriage is required.
Per Senate Bill 694, all applicants must complete the form titled STATE OF FLORIDA AFFIRMATION OF COMMON CHILD/CHILDREN BORN IN FLORIDA. The information required to complete this form is the name, date of birth, birth certificate number (if known), and place of birth for each child the applicant(s) is the parent of.
What are the requirements for under-aged marriage license applicants?
Any applicant under the age of eighteen (18) and at least seventeen (17) years of age must have the consent of both parents or legal guardian. If custody of such minor has been granted to one parent, original proof must be provided. You may obtain consent forms from this office. If one parent is deceased, a certified copy of the death certificate is required. Proof of age and parents identity is required. This may be done with a certified copy of the person’s birth certificate. If the parent's names do not match, additional proof may be required.
Additionally, a person that is at least 17 years of age may marry only if the other party is no more than two years older.
Per F.S. 741.04 - Issuance of Marriage License, we are prohibited from issuing a license to any person under 17 years of age.
ALL UNDERAGE APPLICATIONS WILL BE PROCESSED AT THE BROWARD COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN FORT LAUDERDALE, ROOM 02460.
Can we renew our vows?
A legally married couple may renew their wedding vows in the Marriage Division or at a One Stop Division location. An original, certified copy of your marriage license is required. The cost for a civil ceremony is $30.00.
View the question "How do I obtain a certified copy of my marriage certificate?" above to determine how to obtain a certified copy of a marriage license.
