Marriage Ceremony at the St. Lucie County Courthouse in Fort Pierce, FL
Clerk’s Main Office
201 South Indian River Drive, 4th Floor
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Phone: 772-462-6900
Fax: 772-462-1283
Directions To This Location
South County Annex
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Phone: 772-871-7200
Fax: 772-871-5379
Directions To This Location
Apply In-Person
To obtain a marriage license both parties may appear in person at the Clerk’s office with:
- Federal or state identification card showing your name and date of birth, such as a driver license or passport (birth certificates are not accepted)
- Social Security number
To expedite the process, pre-apply for a marriage licenseprior to coming to the office in person. You will receive a transaction number to bring to the Clerk’s office. Pre-applying online begins the request process and does not constitute an issuance of a marriage license.
Both parties must read the Family Law Handbook and sign an affidavit stating that the handbook was read.
Pre-apply for a Marriage License
Waiting Period & Discounted License
There is a three-day waiting period before you may use your license to get married. This waiting period can be waived if both applicants attend counseling.
The St. Lucie Clerk of the Circuit Courts office accepts any marriage counseling certification from pastors or counselors. You must print and/or bring in your course completion certificate to the office. There is no waiting period for non-Florida residents.
Couples who attend counseling, whether or not they are Florida residents, can bring in their certificate of completion and receive a $25 discount on the cost of their license.
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