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Broward County (Fort Lauderdale) does not require an appointment for a marriage license, though it’s worth confirming hours at your chosen office location first.
| License fee | $86, reduced to $61 with a premarital course certificate (which also waives the waiting period). |
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| Waiting period | 3 days for Florida residents (waivable with a premarital course); non-residents are exempt. |
| Documents / ID required | Valid photo ID issued by a federal or state government, showing correct legal name, date of birth, and signature. |
| License validity | 60 days from the date of issuance (Florida statewide rule). |
| Where & how to apply | Complete the Marriage License Online Pre-Application, print it, and bring it to any Broward County Marriage License office location. No appointment required at most locations, though some may prefer one. |
| Office hours | Varies by office location — confirm days and hours for your chosen branch before visiting. |
Special notes
Completing the premarital course certificate is one of the more valuable discounts we track: it cuts the fee by $25 and makes the license valid same-day instead of after a 3-day wait.
Certified copies in Broward County
$5 for the first certified copy, $3 for each additional copy
| Issued by | Broward County Clerk of Courts, Marriage Division |
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| Fee details | $5 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy per the Marriage Division page. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for mail returns. |
| How to order | By mail to 540 SE 3rd Avenue, Room 02460, Fort Lauderdale, or in person. Records from 1915 to 1997 can only be bought in person at the central courthouse location. |
| Timing | Not stated. |
| Who can request | Only licenses filed in Broward County. |
| Heads up | The Clerk's fee sheet lists a certified copy of a recorded marriage license at $3.00, which differs from the $5 first-copy price on the marriage page. |
Source: Broward Clerk - Marriage Division · checked October 2026 · How many copies do you need?
Official source: Broward County Clerk of Courts — https://www.browardclerk.org/Divisions/Marriage
Last verified: August 2026
Last verified: August 2026
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