Bay County, Florida
Marriage license in Bay County, Florida
Bay County issues marriage licenses through the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Panama City office, under Florida law (Fla. Stat. §§ 741.01 et seq.).
Bay County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Panama City
- Issued by
- Clerk of the Circuit Court
- License fee
- $61–$94
- Waiting period
- 3 days
- Validity
- 60 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 0
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number (recited)
- Statute
- Fla. Stat. §§ 741.01 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Bay County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.flclerks.com.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Bay County Clerk.