Can You Get Married Online in Florida? Full Legal Guide 2026

Florida is sunshine, beaches, and big celebrations. But what if you want to skip the big venue and just make it official — fast, simple, and legally?

More couples are searching for online wedding options in Florida right now — and for good reason. Whether you're a long-distance couple, a military family, or just done with the stress of traditional wedding planning, this guide has every answer you need.

And if you're ready to make it happen? Distant Weddings is already helping Florida couples do exactly that.

Can You Get Married Online in Florida?

Short answer: Yes — but with specific steps.

Florida law allows remote wedding ceremonies under the right conditions. You don't have to stand in the same room as your officiant. You don't need a packed venue. You just need the right paperwork, a licensed officiant, and a reliable internet connection.

But here's what most guides skip — the details are what make or break your application. Florida has clear rules, and knowing them upfront saves you from starting over.

How to Get Married Online in Florida — Step by Step

Step 1: Get Your Florida Marriage License

This is where everything starts. Both partners must appear — either in person at a Florida county clerk's office or, in some counties, through an approved remote notarization process.

Key Florida marriage license facts:

• Cost: roughly $86 (waived to $61 if you complete a premarital course)
• No waiting period if you complete the premarital course
• License is valid for 60 days from issue date
• Must be issued in Florida for Florida law to apply

Pro tip from Distant Weddings: Getting your license right the first time is the step most couples rush — and regret. Their team walks you through every requirement before you book anything.

Step 2: Choose a Licensed Online Officiant

Your officiant must be legally authorized to perform marriages in Florida. That means ordained ministers, judges, or notaries (Florida is one of the few states where notaries can officiate weddings).

Distant Weddings works with a vetted network of Florida-licensed officiants who specialize in online marriage Florida ceremonies — so you're never left guessing if your ceremony will hold up legally.

Step 3: Set Up Your Virtual Wedding Ceremony

On your chosen date, both partners join a live video call. Your officiant conducts the ceremony in real time. Florida requires two witnesses — they can join the video call remotely or be present in person with either partner.

Vows are exchanged. The license is signed. You're married.

Step 4: Return the Signed License

The completed marriage license must be returned to the issuing county clerk's office within 10 days of the ceremony. Distant Weddings handles the coordination of this step so nothing slips through the cracks after the excitement of the ceremony.

Why Couples Choose Distant Weddings for Online Marriage in Florida

Distant Weddings was built for couples who want their marriage to be legally real without being logistically painful.

Here's what sets them apart:

• ✅ Full guidance on how to get married online in Florida — from license to final filing
• ✅ Licensed officiants who know Florida law inside out
• ✅ Virtual ceremony coordination handled professionally
• ✅ Transparent pricing — no surprise fees
• ✅ Fast turnaround for couples on tight timelines

Whether you're in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, or outside Florida entirely and need a Florida-based ceremony, Distant Weddings makes the online wedding process smooth from the very first step.

Start Your Online Wedding in Florida Today

Florida law gives you a real path to a legal online wedding. You just need the right team guiding you through it.

Distant Weddings has helped hundreds of couples navigate online marriage Florida requirements without stress, confusion, or costly mistakes.

Book your free consultation with Distant Weddings today !

Because your "I do" shouldn't come with a side of paperwork panic.

FAQs — Online Wedding Florida

Is an online wedding in Florida legally valid? Yes. If your marriage license is issued in Florida and your officiant is licensed in Florida, a virtual ceremony is fully legal and recognized by the state.

Can we get married online if we live outside Florida? Yes. Many couples use Florida as their marriage jurisdiction specifically because its laws support remote ceremonies. Distant Weddings regularly works with out-of-state and international couples.

Do both partners need to be on the video call? Yes. Florida requires both partners to participate live in the ceremony. Pre-recorded ceremonies are not accepted.

How long does an online marriage in Florida take to process? Most couples complete the full process — license, ceremony, and filing — within one to two weeks with proper guidance.

Can a Florida notary really officiate a wedding? Yes — Florida is unique in allowing notaries to legally perform marriage ceremonies, which expands your options significantly for online weddings.