Marriage Licenses & Information
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REQUIREMENTS
• Both parties must be present and have an acceptable form of picture identification , drivers ’ licenses are preferred . If you are not a U . S . citizen , a valid passport must be presented .
• Social Security numbers will need to be provided . If either or both parties are not U . S . residents , then a valid passport will act in lieu of the Social Security number .
• It is required by Florida law that a Family Law Handbook be read prior to issuance of the marriage license .
• If either party has been previously married , the exact date of the last terminated marriage must be known .
• The state of Florida requires a 3-day waiting period if both parties are Florida residents and have not taken an approved marriage class .
• The license is good for 60 days from the effective date and can be used anywhere in the state of Florida .
• The cost of the license is reduced if the couple has attended an approved counseling class . The provider of the class must be listed with the Clerk ’ s office . Inquiries may call 904.819.3640 .
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WHO CAN MARRY YOU ?
Any notary , Judge , Priest ordained Minister or Deputy Clerk . If you wish to be married at the court house , just bring your marriage license back with you within the eligible time frame .
MARRIAGES OFFSHORE
To be legal , vows must be exchanged within three miles of the shore .
CHANGING YOUR NAME ?
If you change your name , be sure to tell Drivers License Bureau , Social Security and your employer . To get a new Social Security card , you ’ ll need identification that shows your old name and your new name , such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree . If you were born outside the U . S ., you will also need proof of U . S . citizenship or that you are living in the U . S . legally . The new card sent to you will have your new name and the same number . Call Social Security at 1.800.772.1213 for more information .
NEED FURTHER INFORMATION ?
Any further information regarding marriage license may be obtained through the Clerk of Circuit Courts office by calling 904.819.3640 or visit
www . stjohnsclerk . com / marriage-license