Key West Weddings

How To Get Married In Paradise

Marriage licenses can only be obtained at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office at:

Clerk of the Circuit Court
Monroe County
500 Whitehead Street
Key West, Florida 33040
(305) 294-4641

PLEASE NOTE: The clerk’s office is closed 
weekends and holidays.

About the License:

• The fee is $93.50.
• A Photo ID is required
• You can only be married in the state of Florida with a marriage license obtained in the State of Florida.
• Both parties must be 18 years of age or older.
• If you are divorced or there was a death of a previous spouse, the date of divorce or death is necessary.
• You may be from out of state.
• No blood test is required.
• There is no waiting period for non-Florida residents including non-residents from other countries.
• If one or more parties is a Florida Resident, a 3 day waiting period applies. The waiting period may be waived and a $32.50 deduction off the fee may apply with the completion of a Marital Course obtained by:
  • A Psychologist licensed under FL Statutes, Chapter 490.
  • A Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Therapist, or Mental Health Therapist licensed under FL Statutes, Chapter 491.
  • An Official Religious Representative recognized under FL Statute 496.404 (20).
• For an additional fee of $30.00, you can be married in the Clerk of Court’s office.
• A Public Notary or Ordained Minister can legally perform the wedding ceremony.

Places to Propose

1. Aboard a majestic schooner at sunset
2. Under a shade tree at Nancy’s Secret Garden
3. On the steps of the historical Custom House
4. On the footbridge at the Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden
5. Atop Fort Jefferson at Dry Tortugas National Park
6. The end of White Street Pier at sunrise
7. On a favorite beach at sunset
8. Over key lime pie after a romantic dinner
9. Under the banyan tree in front of the courthouse
10. Love Lane