Broward County Marriage License Records
Broward County marriage license services are handled by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, with four office locations across the county. The main office is at the Central Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, and three regional courthouses serve Deerfield Beach, Hollywood, and Plantation. This makes it easy for Broward County residents to find an office nearby. You can search for existing marriage license records, apply for a new license, or request copies at any of these locations. Broward County is one of the largest counties in Florida, and the clerk processes a high volume of marriage licenses each year.
Broward County Marriage License Quick Facts
Broward County Clerk Marriage License Offices
The Broward County Clerk of the Circuit Court runs four marriage license locations. Both people must apply in person at the same time at any of these offices. The Central Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale is the main location. Three regional offices in Deerfield Beach, Hollywood, and Plantation give people in other parts of the county a closer option. All four offices handle new applications, ceremonies, and record searches.
Broward County is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit. Under Florida Statute 741.01, the clerk acts as the state's agent for issuing marriage licenses. A license from Broward County lets you get married in any Florida county. You do not have to hold the ceremony in Broward.
Hours for all four Broward County locations are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Arrive well before closing. Marriage license processing takes time, and the office may stop taking new applications before 3:30.
| Central Courthouse | 540 SE 3rd Avenue, Room 02460 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 |
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| North Regional | 1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Room 160 Deerfield Beach, FL |
| South Regional | 3550 Hollywood Blvd., Room 160 Hollywood, FL |
| West Regional | 100 N. Pine Island Road, Room 180 Plantation, FL |
| Phone | (954) 831-7283 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
Marriage License Requirements in Broward County
Both parties must be at least 18 years old and present in person. You need a valid photo ID. Accepted forms include a driver's license from any U.S. state, a passport, a U.S. military ID, a state identification card, or an alien registration card. You must know your Social Security number. The card is not required.
If you were married before, you need the exact date of the divorce, death, or annulment. The Broward County clerk also requires you to read the Family Law Handbook. It comes in English, Spanish, and Creole. The clerk's office will ask you to confirm that you have read it. Under Florida Statute 741.04, no one under 18 can get a license without special conditions. No blood test is needed. There is no residency requirement to apply for a marriage license in Broward County.
Couples with children born in Florida must complete an Affirmation of Common Children form at the Broward County clerk's office.
Note: No residency requirement exists, and anyone can apply at a Broward County office regardless of where they live.
Broward County Marriage License Fees
The standard marriage license fee in Broward County is $86. With a premarital preparation course, the fee is $61. Florida Statute 741.0305 sets this $25 reduction. The Broward County Clerk has several other fees for related services:
- Marriage ceremony: $30
- Duplicate license: $30
- Amendment (requires court order): $30
- Certified copy: $3
- Administration of oath: $3.50
You can use the Broward County premarital provider search to find a registered course near you. The course takes four hours and covers communication, conflict management, financial planning, and parenting. Both people can take it together or separately. Bring the original certificate when you apply.
Broward County Marriage License Waiting Period
Florida residents have a three-day waiting period. The license is not valid until three days after it is issued. If you take the premarital course, the waiting period goes away. The license becomes effective the same day. Non-Florida residents have no waiting period at all. This is helpful for couples visiting Broward County for a destination wedding.
The license stays valid for 60 days from the effective date. Under Florida Statute 741.041, no ceremony can take place after the license expires. If 60 days pass, you must apply again and pay the full fee at the Broward County clerk's office.
Ceremonies and Marriage License Search in Broward County
The Broward County Clerk performs marriage ceremonies at all four office locations for $30. You can renew your vows at the clerk's office too, as long as you bring the original certified copy of your marriage license. Florida Statute 741.07 also allows ordained ministers, judicial officers, and notaries public to perform ceremonies anywhere in Florida.
You can search for Broward County marriage license records online using the Broward County marriage license search. This tool lets you look up filed licenses by name. The MyFloridaCounty portal also covers Broward County official records. After the ceremony, the signed license goes back to the clerk within 10 days. It then gets forwarded to the Florida Department of Health for permanent state filing.
Cities in Broward County
Broward County has many cities and towns. All residents apply for a marriage license at one of the four Broward County Clerk locations. Fort Lauderdale is the county seat. The regional courthouses in Deerfield Beach, Hollywood, and Plantation serve those parts of the county directly.
Other Broward County communities include Weston, Coconut Creek, Margate, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, and Hallandale Beach. All use the same four Broward County Clerk locations for marriage license applications.
Nearby Counties
Broward County sits between Palm Beach County to the north and Miami-Dade County to the south. A marriage license from any Florida county works statewide.