Hamilton County Marriage License Search

Hamilton County marriage license records are handled by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Jasper. This rural county in north Florida sits near the Georgia border. You can apply for a marriage license or search for an existing record at the Hamilton County clerk's office. Appointments are required, so call ahead before you visit. The clerk's staff will walk you through the process and make sure your paperwork is in order before the license is issued.

Hamilton County Clerk of Court Office

The Hamilton County Clerk of the Circuit Court issues all marriage licenses in the county. The office is at 207 NE 1st Street, Room 106, in Jasper. Call (386) 792-1288 to set up your appointment. The clerk asks that only the two people getting married come to the office. No extra guests should attend.

Both parties must bring valid government-issued photo identification. A driver's license, state ID, or passport works. U.S. citizens must provide their Social Security number. Non-citizens can give a Social Security number or an Alien Registration Number instead. The Hamilton County clerk will verify your identity and take your application at the appointment.

The Hamilton County clerk's website details the marriage license process and explains what documents to bring to your scheduled appointment.

You must also read the Family Law Handbook before you apply. The Florida Bar publishes this guide. The Hamilton County clerk may ask if you have read it.

How to Get a Marriage License in Hamilton County

Start by calling the Hamilton County clerk to schedule your appointment. Both people must appear in person. You cannot send someone else on your behalf. The clerk will have you fill out an application and take an oath that everything you stated is true. If either person was married before, bring the date that marriage ended and whether it was by divorce, death, or annulment.

Under Florida Statute 741.04, both applicants must be at least 18. A 17-year-old may apply with written parental consent if the other party is not more than two years older. No license goes to anyone under 16. There is no blood test and no residency requirement to get a marriage license in Hamilton County.

The Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers has a statewide guide that covers all the rules in one place. The process is the same at every county in Florida, including Hamilton County.

Note: The Hamilton County clerk's office requires appointments for all marriage license applications.

Hamilton County Marriage License Fees

The fee for a marriage license in Hamilton County is $86.00. State law sets this amount under Florida Statute 741.01. Every county in Florida charges the same base fee. The money is split between state trust funds as required by the legislature.

Complete a four-hour premarital preparation course and the fee drops to $61.00. That saves you $25.00. Under Florida Statute 741.0305, the course must be from a registered provider and cover topics like communication, conflict management, and money. Bring the original completion certificate to the Hamilton County clerk's office when you apply. Copies are not accepted.

Hamilton County Marriage License Waiting Period

Florida residents face a three-day wait. The license is not valid until day four after the application date. This applies in Hamilton County and every other Florida county. Out-of-state applicants skip the wait completely. Florida residents who both complete the premarital course also skip it.

The Hamilton County marriage license is good for 60 days. Under Florida Statute 741.041, the ceremony must happen before the license expires. If it does expire, you must reapply and pay again. The license works in any Florida county. You do not have to get married in Hamilton County just because you got the license there.

After the ceremony, the officiant returns the signed license to the Hamilton County clerk within 10 days. The clerk records it and sends a copy to the state for permanent filing.

Marriage License Records in Hamilton County

The Hamilton County clerk keeps local marriage license records. The Florida Department of Health keeps state-level marriage certificates from 1927 forward. You can get copies from either source. The state accepts orders by mail, walk-in, or through VitalChek online.

State copies cost $5 for a search and one certified copy. VitalChek adds a $7 fee on top of that. For Hamilton County records specifically, call the clerk at (386) 792-1288. The MyFloridaCounty portal is another option for searching official records in Hamilton County and all other Florida counties.

Nearby Counties

Hamilton County borders several other north Florida counties. You can get a marriage license from any county in the state and use it anywhere in Florida.