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Hello and congratulations on your wedding plans.

Florida has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. White powdered sand and magnificent sunsets, make this a popular wedding destination.

We service the Pinellas County Florida Beaches including - Sand Key - Clearwater - St Pete - Treasure Island - Honey Moon Island - Fort Desoto

From intimate elopements to larger formal weddings, we are happy to provide a package right for you. Beautiful and affordable wedding packages and specials for all budgets and wedding sizes.

We can provide Officiate Service, Notary, Minister, Rabbi, Priest for all beliefs, traditions and customs for your ceremony choice.

You may have your choice of wedding ceremony vows from our site or design your own personal vows. No additional charge for custom ceremonies. You may include family and friend in the ceremony and children are always welcome to participate.

Traditional - Christian - Seashore - Commitment - Interfaith - Reading

We have wedding arches, tiki tourches, chairs, photography, video, limo, steel drums and every thing you can possibly need for the perfect beach wedding.

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WHAT IS THE LEGAL AGE FOR MARRIAGE IN FLORIDA?
You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to apply for a marriage license in the State of Florida.
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WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE?
Both parties of the intended marriage must come into the Clerk's Office . Each party must have a valid photo identification such as a driver's license, state identification card, government or military identification card, or a passport.

A social security number is required to obtain a marriage license. If either party is from a foreign country and not a U.S. citizen, alien registration documentation, or other proof which contains an alien registration number is acceptable to obtain a marriage license.

If either party was previously married and divorced, the date of the divorce will be required. If the date of the divorce was within the thirty days prior to the new application for a marriage license, a certified copy of the recorded final order will be required.

Effective January 1, 1999, a man and woman who are Florida residents must file with the Clerk of the Circuit Court a sworn affidavit, in writing, signed by both parties to the marriage, providing the social security numbers of each party and reciting the true and correct ages of each party. Additionally, a written statement signed by both parties must be provided to the Clerk which specifies whether the parties, separately or together, have completed a premarital preparation course and have read or been made aware of the rights and responsibilities of parties to a marriage as outlined in the Family Law Handbook as specified in Section 741.0306 Florida Statutes. A valid certificate of completion for both parties from the Premarital Preparation Course provider must also be filed with the application for a marriage license. Exceptions to this requirement apply to non-Florida residents and individuals asserting hardships.
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WHAT IS A PREMARITAL PREPARATION COURSE?
A Premarital Preparation Course, required by Florida Statutes, is a course provided by a qualified instructor registered with the Clerk of the Circuit Court consisting of not less than 4 hours. The course may include instruction regarding conflict management, communication skills, financial responsibilities, children and parenting responsibilities on actual case data compiled from information reported by married couples who seek counseling. The course may be provided by personal instruction, videotape instruction, instructions via other electronic medium or a combination of these methods.
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WHERE CAN I OBTAIN A LIST OF PREMARITAL PREPARATION COURSES?
Premarital Preparation Course providers must register with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Providers must be qualified instructors such as a licensed psychologist, a licensed clinical social worker, licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed mental health counselor, an official representative of a religious institution with relevant training or any provider designated by the judicial circuit. A roster is available in any Clerk's Office issuing marriage licenses.
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IS THERE A REQUIRED WAITING PERIOD?
Florida residents who have satisfied the Premarital Preparation Course requirements and who file the required affidavit and certificate of course completion with the Clerk of the Circuit Court when applying for a marriage license will be issued a marriage license effective the same day.

Non-Florida residents and individuals granted hardship status will not experience a delay in the effective date of a marriage license.

Florida residents who do not or cannot submit valid certificates of completion of a Premarital Preparation Course will be issued a license which has a delayed effective date of three days.
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ARE THERE OTHER BENEFITS TO COMPLETING A PREMARITAL PREPARATION COURSE?
Florida residents who complete a Premarital Preparation Course will benefit from a reduction of $32.50 (See Schedule of Service Charges, Marriage Licenses ) in the marriage license fee. The course must have been taken no more than one year prior to the date of the application for a marriage license.
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ARE BLOOD TESTS REQUIRED FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE?
No, blood tests are not a requirement for a marriage license.
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HOW LONG IS THE MARRIAGE LICENSE VALID?
The marriage must be solemnized within sixty (60) days of issuance of the marriage license. The ceremony can be performed anywhere in the State of Florida.
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DO I APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE IN THE COUNTY IN WHICH I LIVE?
A marriage license may be applied for in any county in the State of Florida.
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WHAT IS THE COST OF A MARRIAGE LICENSE?
Fees for marriage licenses are set by Florida Statutes and are subject to change as a result of legislative action. A current "Schedule of Service Charges" is available in any Clerk's Office for your information, as well as online.

Fees for a marriage license for Florida residents are reduced if the parties have completed and provided proof of completion of a Premarital Preparation Course.
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CAN I PAY FOR MY MARRIAGE LICENSE WITH A PERSONAL CHECK?
In Pinellas County, personal checks are accepted for a marriage license.

Checks should be made payable to:
KARLEEN F. De BLAKER
Clerk of the Circuit Court
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WHERE CAN I APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE?
A marriage license may be obtained Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at any one of the following offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
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May we customize our wedding ceremony and include family, friends and children in the ceremony?

Yes you may choose your own ceremony and include what you would like.

Is there an additional fee or charge for custom ceremonies?

No

Is there an additional fee to include unity candle, unity sand, blessing stones, etc.

No

Can our pets be include in the ceremony or wedding party?

Yes

Can we have singers and music during the ceremony?

Yes

Do you charge extra for rehearsal and why?

Yes there is an additional$100 fee of for rehearsal.

This is to pay for time and travel for the officiate.

What if we cancel the wedding is the deposit refundable, if no, why not?

The deposit is not refundable.

This is to secure your date and time for you.

Can we get a refund if we cancel?

If you have paid in full for your wedding, then a refund will be given for the amount in excess of the the deposit, plus any fees spent on your behave for items to service your wedding. . 30 Day Minimum Notification Required.

What if our wedding is canceled because of a natural disaster, Hurricane, Severe lighting, etc... can we get a refund.

Yes. If a natural disaster occurs and we are unable to provide you with service you may have a refund, less any expenditures we made on your behave for your wedding. Credit Card charges, champagne glasses, special flowers, etc. You will be send an list of expenditures.

You may also have the choice to apply the fee to another date. This date must be discussed and agreed upon to avoid conflicts with previous bookings.

Do the Rabbi and Priest charge the same fee as the notary and minister?

The fee for the Rabbi and Priest is to be discussed with them and paid directly to them.

Do you offer a premarital course?

Yes - Click Here