It is no secret that the success of Sun and Sea Beach Weddings can be attributed to our many destination weddings.  Many of our brides come to Florida to fulfill their dreams of getting married on the beach, beside the ocean, with the sounds of waves crashing in the background.  We have them come from all over the country, so it is important that they understand how the process works for obtaining a wedding license when getting married in the state of Florida.

Florida residents have a waiting period of 3 days.  But for brides and grooms of Sun and Sea Beach Weddings that live outside of Florida, the state has simplified the process by eliminating the waiting period.  Out-of-state residents can obtain a license the same day - they just have to make sure they arrive in time to visit the courthouse during regular working hours, which is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Couples can obtain a license from any county in the State of Florida. Both the bride and groom must apply in person, together at the Clerk of the Court. Both must be 18, or have a parent with them to sign consent, and both must have a valid (not expired) State issued photo ID (drivers license).  If either the bride or groom has been divorced within the past six months, they must bring a copy of their divorce decree.  If it has been more than six months, the clerk will want to know the County/ State and date the divorce was finalized. 

Of course there is a fee - $93.50 - but no blood tests!

The license is then brought to the ceremony, and the officiant for Sun and Sea Beach Weddings takes it, signs it, files it - and the clerk of court sends a certified copy to the bride and groom! 

Out-of-state and do not want to worry with getting the license when you get here?  Check out this service that does it for you, for a fee of course - Wedding Help Line

Here is a link to a complete list of the Florida Clerk of Court Offices - Florida Clerk of Courts Offices.

Just in case we missed anything - State of Florida Marriage License Info.

SEA you at the Beach!

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Why have a Florida Beach Wedding?

Florida has so many tranquil locations to have your dream beach wedding.  North Florida offers an array of different beach locations based on your wedding needs.  St. Augustine Beach offers fantastic state parks like Anastasia State Park, which has the most breathtaking dunes for sunset pictures.  Let’s not forget River to Sea Preserve located in Northern Flagler County where you can have a combination of bluffs overlooking the ocean as well as amazing photo opportunities on the rocks/jetty also found on this beach.    Amelia Island another North Florida gem offers a more intimate location with Inns located directly on the beach for a more romantic wedding/reception if you choose.  There are also a variety of venues that we can suggest in the Amelia island vicinity where you can host a reception/dinner following your beach wedding.

 North Florida is not your only option there are also some fantastic locations found on the west coast including the St. Petersburg/Tampa area.  The water on the Gulf of Mexico is something that words can’t describe.  Powder white beaches and emerald waters await you in St. Petersburg’s local beaches including location like:  Sunset Beach, Pass-A-Grill Beach and Clearwater Beach just to name a few. 

So as if you needed any other reasons to choose Florida for your beach wedding location remember that we have fantastic weather practically all year round.  Keep in minds that Mid September-November are some of the most amazing months for beach weddings in these areas that are often overlooked.  Our beaches have tropical temperatures with a slight beach breeze and little to no rain.  v

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Check out our new packages under our Florida beach wedding packages page!  They are new for the 2011 wedding season.  The Sun and Sea Beach Wedding team wanted to round our our mid level offerings and came up with a few new offers that will for sure be a hit this beach wedding season!

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  You will discover one of the world’s most peaceful places to celebrate one of your most memorable occasions. The sand dunes, sea oats, streets with park preserves on the northern and southern tips of the island, make you fall in love with the natural beauty, southern hospitality, and cool sea breezes. Add a uniquely Amelia flare to your wedding choosing the historic beaches of Fort Clinch State Park. Distinctive and unique venues are available to create the Florida beach wedding of your dreams. Your Amelia Island wedding is the most important day in your life and we want to help you make it memorable. Contact Sun and Sea Beach Weddings today!!!

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