Marriage License Information for Highlands 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 590 South Commerce Ave. Sebring, Florida 33870-3867 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Applicants should be in our office within 4:30 p.m

Office Phone 863-402-6565

Useful Links County Website

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

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 are to appear in the Clerk’s Office and sign the application. If it is impossible for one person to appear in the Clerk’s Office, due to hospitalization or incarceration, call (863) 402-6587 to find out the information needed on the application, so that when you apply you can provide the clerk with the necessary information about that person. Payment is required when applying for the license. The application may be delivered to the person, to be signed in the presence of a Notary Public. If incarcerated, you must have approval by the correctional institution before applying for the marriage license

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.