Marriage License Information for Bay County, Florida

Below is all of the marriage license information you need in order to file in the county you will be married in. Please note that we have provided links to your county clerk’s official website as well as a link to the marriage license application form you will file.

Office Address 300 E. 4th Street Panama City, FL 32401 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm

Office Phone 850-763-9061

Useful Links County Website Marriage License Form

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

Does one of us need to go in person to apply?
Both of you

How much is it?

$93.50 cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover

What do I need to bring?

Certified birth certificate, valid U.S. Government issued pictured ID card and valid Social Security CARD

How To Apply:

Both parties must be 18 years of age or older. Both parties must have State or Government issued valid photo identification (Driver’s License, State issued ID card, Passport, or Military ID). Both parties must know their social security numbers (you do not need to bring the card with you). And if either party has been previously married you must know the FULL DATE of divorce, annulment, or death of previous spouse (you do not need to bring the divorce decree, annulment papers, or death certificate).

When does It Expire:

After 60 days

Name Change:
Filing for a marriage license in the state of Florida does not cause your or your spouse’s last name to automatically change. Married name change services are available to guide you through the married name change process if you opt to change your name.

Same Sex Couple:
Use this online resource for more information about your state’s marriage legislation.