Riverview Marriage License

Marriage license applications for Riverview residents are handled by the Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Riverview is an unincorporated community in southeast Hillsborough County with a fast-growing population of about 108,000. The closest clerk office is the Brandon Regional Service Center, just a short drive north on US-301. Couples can also use the downtown Tampa office or the Plant City location. This page walks through the steps to apply, fees, what to bring, and how the waiting period works for Riverview couples.

Where Riverview Residents Get a License

Riverview falls under Hillsborough County. The Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court is the office that issues marriage licenses here. Under Florida Statute 741.01, only the clerk of the circuit court can issue a marriage license in Florida. No city office does this work.

The closest office for most Riverview residents is the Brandon Regional Service Center at 311 Pauls Drive in Brandon. It is just a few miles north. The main office in downtown Tampa at 419 E. Pierce Street is another option, and Plant City has a branch at 301 North Michigan Avenue. The Hillsborough Clerk uses an appointment system called ClerkExpress. Booking ahead can save you time, though walk-ins may be possible depending on the office.

Note: Scheduling through ClerkExpress helps avoid long waits, especially at the Brandon office which serves a large part of eastern Hillsborough County.

Riverview Marriage License Online Info

The Hillsborough Clerk marriage FAQ page covers the most common questions about applications and requirements.

The Hillsborough Clerk website has forms, fee information, and appointment scheduling. You can also use the MyFloridaCounty portal to search for official records across all Florida counties. Riverview marriage licenses show up in the Hillsborough County system after the officiant returns the signed document.

Marriage License Requirements for Riverview

Both people show up together. The clerk will not process the application if only one person is there. Bring a valid photo ID. Driver's licenses, passports, state IDs, and military IDs all work. You also need your Social Security number. You do not have to carry the actual card. The clerk just asks for the number.

Under Florida Statute 741.04, both people must be 18 or older. A 17-year-old may apply with parental consent, provided the other party is not more than two years older. No blood test is required. Florida got rid of that in 1986. There is also no residency requirement. You do not have to live in Riverview or in Hillsborough County to get a license here.

Were you married before? Bring the date your last marriage ended. Know if it ended through divorce, death, or annulment. Both of you are required to read the Family Law Handbook from the Florida Bar before applying. It is a brief guide that the state mandates all applicants review.

Riverview Marriage License Fees

The standard fee is $86. All Hillsborough County locations charge the same amount. This is a statewide fee. Completing a four-hour premarital course reduces the cost to $61. Under Florida Statute 741.0305, both people must finish the course and bring proof to qualify for the lower rate. The course also eliminates the three-day waiting period.

A courthouse ceremony costs $30. The Hillsborough Clerk performs civil ceremonies at their office locations. Certified copies cost $3 each. A duplicate license is $30. Part of the license fee is allocated to the Domestic Violence Trust Fund and the State Courts Revenue Trust Fund.

Riverview Marriage License Wait Period

Florida residents wait three days. The clerk hands you the license, but it is not valid yet. Three full days must pass. Then you can have the ceremony. If you complete the premarital course, there is no wait. Non-Florida residents skip the wait entirely.

The license is good for 60 days after it becomes valid. Florida Statute 741.041 sets this deadline. Miss it, and you start from the beginning. That means a new application and a new fee at the Hillsborough Clerk. After the wedding, the officiant has 10 days to return the signed license to the clerk. The clerk then records the marriage and sends it to the Florida Department of Health.

Ceremony Options for Riverview Couples

Florida gives you plenty of choices for who performs the ceremony. Florida Statute 741.07 says judges, ordained ministers, clerks of the circuit court, and notary publics can all solemnize a marriage. The Hillsborough Clerk offers a $30 civil ceremony at the courthouse. Many Riverview couples use this for a no-fuss wedding. Others prefer a church, a park, or a private venue.

A Riverview marriage license is valid anywhere in Florida. You can hold the ceremony in a completely different county. Just make sure the person performing the wedding is qualified under Florida law and will return the signed license on time.

Riverview Marriage Records

The Hillsborough Clerk keeps records of all marriages filed in the county. For statewide records, the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics has records from June 1927 to the present. The state office is in Jacksonville at 1217 N Pearl Street. The phone number is 904-359-6900. They charge $5 for a search and $4 per certified copy.

You can also order copies online through VitalChek, though they charge an additional processing fee. For recent Riverview marriage records, calling the Hillsborough Clerk at (813) 276-8100 is often the fastest option. The Florida Clerks and Comptrollers website has general marriage license guidance for all 67 counties.

Nearby Cities

These cities near Riverview also handle marriage licenses through their respective county clerks. Check each page for local filing details.

Hillsborough County Marriage License Records

Riverview is part of Hillsborough County. The Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court handles all marriage license filings for the area. For the full county page with all office locations and more details, visit below.

View Hillsborough County Marriage License Records