Marriage License Savings · FL

Florida Marriage License Discount

Q: How much is the Florida marriage license discount?

Florida Statute § 741.0305 sets the discount at exactly $32.50. Most county clerks list the discounted fee as $61.00, though the base fee varies slightly by county ($86–$93.50 depending on add-ons). The $32.50 reduction is statewide and fixed by statute — confirm the exact total with your county clerk.

Q: Does online premarital counseling qualify for the Florida discount?

Yes, Florida accepts online premarital courses as long as they are taught by a registered provider and meet the 4-hour minimum requirement. Confirm the provider is registered before enrolling.

Q: Is the 3-day waiting period waived for everyone in Florida?

No. The 3-day waiting period applies to Florida residents only. Non-residents are already exempt from the waiting period regardless of whether they complete premarital counseling. Residents who present a valid premarital course certificate have the waiting period waived under FL § 741.0305.

Q: How long is the Florida premarital course certificate valid?

Florida does not specify a statutory expiration date for the certificate. In practice, complete the course close to your wedding date — most county clerks accept certificates without issue when the course was completed within the past year.

Save $32.50 on your Florida marriage license by completing premarital counseling. The waiting period is also waived.

Standard Fee

$93.50

You Save

$32.50

With Counseling

$61.00

Bonus

3-day waived

Requirements

Complete a qualifying premarital counseling program, then present your certificate at the county clerk's office when applying for your license.

Min. hours4 hrs

FormatsIn-person · Video course · Online

ProvidersPsychologist · LCSW · LMFT +2

CertificateCustom form OK

Accepted providers

Licensed Psychologist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Ordained Clergy

Providers must be registered with Florida.

Certificate requirements

Both partners' full names
Completion date
Provider name and credentials
Total hours completed

No stated expiration — complete counseling close to your wedding date.

Where to submit

Where: clerk of the circuit court (with marriage license application)

How: filing with the application a valid certificate of completion from the course provider

Download Florida Certificate Form

Step-by-Step Guide

Find a registered premarital course provider in Florida (licensed therapist, counselor, or clergy)
Complete at least 4 hours of premarital preparation together as a couple
Receive your certificate of completion from the provider
Bring the certificate to the county clerk when applying for your marriage license
Receive the $32.50 statutory discount — and if you are a Florida resident, the 3-day waiting period is also waived

Certified Premarital Counselors in Florida

These professionals in Florida can provide premarital counseling that qualifies for the marriage license discount.

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