Boynton Beach Marriage License
Boynton Beach marriage license applications are processed by the Palm Beach County Clerk and Comptroller. Located in the southern part of Palm Beach County, Boynton Beach has a population of about 83,000. Couples who want to get a marriage license here visit one of the Palm Beach County Clerk locations. The main office is in West Palm Beach, and additional branches serve other parts of the county. This page explains how to apply, what it costs, and what rules apply to marriage licenses for Boynton Beach residents and visitors.
Boynton Beach Quick Facts
Boynton Beach Marriage License Filing
Boynton Beach is in Palm Beach County, so marriage licenses come from the Palm Beach County Clerk and Comptroller. Florida handles marriage licenses at the county level, not the city level. Under Florida Statute 741.01, the clerk of the circuit court issues these licenses. The Palm Beach County Clerk manages the process for all cities in the county, including Boynton Beach.
A marriage license from Palm Beach County is good anywhere in Florida. You are not restricted to Boynton Beach for the ceremony. Whether you want to get married at the beach, a local park, a church, or even in a different county, the license covers it. Boynton Beach couples just need to apply through one of the Palm Beach Clerk locations before the wedding.
Where Boynton Beach Residents Apply
| Main Office | 205 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (561) 355-2996 |
| Website | mypalmbeachclerk.com |
The main Palm Beach County Clerk office is about 15 miles north of Boynton Beach in West Palm Beach. The drive takes roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic along I-95. The clerk has multiple branch locations across the county, and some of them handle marriage license applications. Check the Palm Beach Clerk website to find out which branches near Boynton Beach offer this service.
Walk-ins are welcome. You do not need an appointment. Both applicants must be there in person. Plan to arrive well before closing time so the staff can process the full application. The office will not accept a marriage license application if only one person shows up.
Note: Always call (561) 355-2996 first to confirm which Palm Beach County branch locations near Boynton Beach handle marriage license applications.
Marriage License Requirements in Boynton Beach
The requirements are the same across all of Florida. Both people must appear in person at the clerk's office. Bring a valid photo ID. A driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID all work. You need to know your Social Security number, though the physical card is not required. Under Florida Statute 741.04, both people must be at least 18. A 17-year-old may apply with parental consent if the other person is no more than two years older.
No blood test is needed. Florida ended that requirement in 1986. There is no residency requirement either. Anyone can apply for a marriage license in Palm Beach County regardless of where they live. If either person was married before, know the exact date the prior marriage ended and how it ended. The clerk needs this for the application. Before visiting, both applicants should review the Family Law Handbook published by the Florida Bar.
Boynton Beach Marriage License Costs
The fee is $86. This is set by state law and applies everywhere in Palm Beach County. If both people take a four-hour premarital preparation course, the fee drops to $61. That is a $25 savings. Under Florida Statute 741.0305, the course must be from an approved provider for the reduction to apply. Both people must bring certificates of completion when they apply.
The premarital course also waives the three-day waiting period for Florida residents. So taking the course saves money and time. Other clerk fees include $30 for a courthouse ceremony and a few dollars for certified copies. Payment methods vary by location, but most offices take cash and credit cards. Part of the marriage license fee goes to the Domestic Violence Trust Fund and the State Courts Revenue Trust Fund.
Wait Period for Boynton Beach Licenses
Florida residents face a three-day wait. After the clerk issues the license, three calendar days must pass before the ceremony can take place. The license is not valid during that period. Non-residents skip the wait entirely. Completing a premarital course also eliminates the waiting period for residents.
Once the license becomes valid, it is good for 60 days. This comes from Florida Statute 741.041. If 60 days pass without a ceremony, the license expires and you need to apply again. After the wedding, the officiant returns the signed license to the Palm Beach County Clerk within 10 days. The clerk then sends a record to the Florida Department of Health for the state's permanent files.
Note: If the 60-day window passes without a ceremony, there is no way to extend the license. You must reapply and pay the fee again.
Boynton Beach Ceremony and Officiant Rules
Florida Statute 741.07 lists who can legally perform a wedding. Judges, clerks of court, ordained ministers, and notary public officials are all authorized. Boynton Beach has many venues for wedding ceremonies, from waterfront locations to community parks and private event spaces.
The Palm Beach County Clerk can also perform a ceremony at the courthouse for $30. This is a simple civil ceremony. If you choose your own officiant, make sure they understand the rules about returning the signed marriage license to the clerk within 10 days. Without that step, the marriage is not officially on file. The Florida Clerks website has more information about the recording process statewide.
Search Boynton Beach Marriage License Records
You can look up existing marriage records through the Palm Beach County Clerk's online system. The clerk's website provides access to a records search tool for the county. The VitalChek portal for Florida offers another way to order certified copies of vital records.
The MyFloridaCounty portal connects to official records across all 67 Florida counties. If you need a certified copy of a marriage certificate, you can get it from the clerk's office or from the Florida Department of Health. The Department of Health keeps marriage records from June 6, 1927 to the present.
Nearby Cities
These cities near Boynton Beach also have marriage license guides on this site.
Palm Beach County Marriage License Records
Boynton Beach is in Palm Beach County. The Palm Beach County Clerk and Comptroller processes all marriage license filings for the area. For more details, see the full county page.