marriage license information
In order to be married in the State of Florida, you must obtain a Florida marriage license from any Florida courthouse. There is no waiting period for out-of-state residents, but there is a 3 day waiting period for Florida residents. Marriage licenses are valid for up to 60 days. You can pay for your marriage license with cash or credit card. You must present your marriage license to the officiant prior to the start of your wedding. Beach Beginnings Weddings will file your wedding license for you.
For your convenience, there are three courthouses in our service area:
300 East Fourth Street, Rom 102
Panama City, Fl 32401
850-747-5117
Email: ml@baycoclerk.com
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST Mon thru Fri, excluding holidays.
100 Cecil G Costin Blvd.
Port St. Joe, Fl 32456
850-229-6112
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., EST Mon thru Fri, excluding holidays.
Walton County Courthouse (Annex)
31 Coastal Centre Blvd.
Santa Rosa Beach, Fl
850-267-3066
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m, CST, Mon thru Fri. excluding holidays