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Marriage License Requirements

 

Every marriage license is issued by a county court judge or clerk of the circuit court under his or her hand and seal. Marriage licenses are issued by counties and you can apply for your license at any county clerk's. Click Here for Clerk of the Court contact information by county. You can get married in any county in Florida, regardless of where you obtained your marriage license. To obtain a marriage license you need:Identification: a picture ID such as a driver's license, state ID card, or valid passport; both parties will also have to provide their Social Security numbers, but do not need to provide their Social Security Cards.

Fees: $93.50. Marriage license fees can be reduced by up to $32.50 if you complete a licensed Florida pre-marital course.

Marriage license is valid for 60 days after issuance. You must perform the ceremony of marriage before this 60 days has expired. Blood Tests are not required. There is a 3-day waiting period after issuance of the license before you can get married, unless you have completed the Florida pre-marital course, in which case the waiting period is waived.

 

Florida Marriage Statutes can be found here: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0741/0741.html

Florida Marriage Records

How to obtain copies of marriage records: 

https://www.myfloridacounty.com/official_records/index.html?thisPage=MyFloridaCounty.ORI.Order.state.Start

 

 

EGM

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Wedding & Event Planner

 

    Day Of Service Contract

 

Todays’ Date:             _____________________         

Bride’s Name:          _____________________           

Groom’s Name:          _____________________   

 

Address:      _____________________

 

Phone #:      _____________________

 

Email:          _____________________

 

 

Dear Bride and Groom:

 

This letter is to follow our meeting (Month, Day, and Year), during which we discussed your wedding and my professional role in helping you plan it.

It is my understanding that, you will retain me as a professional Wedding Planner for your wedding schedule on (Wedding date).

 

Description of Services:

 

As a consultant my role includes:

  • Consultation with you via telephone / email

  • Assistance in budget determination and breakdown as needed

  • Discussion of theme, color, style and complete wedding design

  • Research and provide wedding professionals in each category that fit your event style and budget and to provide you with suggestions and guidance in making the final selections

  • Attendance at vendor appointments of your choice

  • Negotiating and reviewing all contracts

  • Professional  in-person consultation time throughout the planning process

 

 

As a wedding day coordinator my duties include:

  • Co-coordinating, design, ordering and mailing of invitations

  • Visit to both ceremony and reception sites prior to wedding

  • Development of a detailed wedding timeline and floor plan for contracted vendor and bridal party

  • Follow up telephone calls to contracted vendors 1-2 weeks before wedding day

  • Wedding rehearsal supervision

  • On-site coordination and supervision at the ceremony site and during the reception on the day of your wedding

  • Ceremony and reception planning

  • Relieving the bride and groom of stress

 

Please note that the services listed above do not include running any wedding related errands such as picking up or delivery attire, supplies or equipment’s, documents, etc.

As the client, you will rely on me to work as many hours as may be reasonable necessary to fulfill my obligations under this agreement.

 

Conditions:

I understand that my role will be that of advisor and coordinator. You will make the actual selections of service providers and I will implement those selections.

You will make payment directly to the service providers / vendors and not to me. I do not accept any commissions from recommended vendors and cannot guarantee any service providers performance or product. If litigations occurs, it occurs in the jurisdiction where my home base office is located and the winning party will be reimbursed for attorneys, legal fees and court costs.

It is your responsibility to provide me with contact names, telephone numbers and any scheduled timetables for all services providers involved in the wedding ceremony/reception no later than 14 days prior to the wedding or upon signing of this letter.

It is also your responsibility to notify me of any changes in a timely manner. I shall not be held liable for any changes made by you or your selected services providers.

I will use my professional judgment when taking action in regards to changes, weather, tardiness, non-performance, etc. based on the situation, time limitations and/or your wishes.

In the event the venue coordinator is onsite I will work with you and the coordinator as needed.

 

Fee & Payment Schedule:

The bridal couple agree to pay EGM Wedding & Event Planner a service fee of 10% of all vendors’ total fees.

A non-refundable deposit of $____________ is to be paid with the signet contract to secure booking.

75% of the balance is due 6 weeks before the wedding day and a final balance 2 weeks before the day itself.

 

Payment Policy:

EGM Wedding & Event Planner accepts the following payment methods:            Check, Bank Transfer, Facebook and Cash.

 

Changes & Cancellations:

Any changes made to this letter of agreement must be made in writing and signed by all parties. You may cancel this agreement, in writing for any reason. If the wedding is canceled, refunds are limited to unearned fees, funds in excess of unused or non-refundable fees and out-of-pocket expenses. If you cancel less than (#_______) days before the wedding- except for the death of a member of your immediate family – there will be no refund.  If the wedding is not cancelled, there will be no refund.

 

Acts of God:

If an act of God, such as a fire, flood, earthquake or other natural calamity shall cause you to cancel your wedding; I will require payment only for the time actually spent planning your wedding.

If your understanding parallels mine, please sign one copy of this letter and return it to me along with your payment in the amount of $____________.

I wish you all happiness in the world and look forward to working with you to make your wedding the most enjoyable and memorable day of your life.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

___________________________________

Elizabeth Garcia – Mendez

LWPI Certified Wedding & Event Planner

 

 

 

Accepted:

Bride’s Signature:     _______________

Grooms; Signature:  _______________          

Date:                           _______________

 

EGM

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Wedding & Event Planner

 

Bridal Profile Questionnaire

 

Details:

Bride-to-be Name:

 

Groom-to-be Name:

 

Best Contact #:

 

Email:

 

Current address:

 

Future Address:

           

Age:               

A: 18-24         

B: 25-30         

C: 31-35         

D: 36-45         

E: Over 45

 

Income:        

A: Under $30,000      

B: $31,000 - $50,000 

C: $51,000 - $75,000 

D: $76,000 - $100,000

E: Over $100,000

 

  1. Wedding Date:                       _____________________

  2. Local or Destination:              _____________________                City:    _______________

  3. Time of the Ceremony:           _____________________             -Indoor     or     Outdoor

  4. Time of the Reception:           _____________________             -Indoor     or     Outdoor

  5. Wedding Budget:                   __$__________________

  6. Estimate Number of Guests:   _____________________

  7. Is Hotel or Transportation needed for your guests?                                       Yes _____      or     No _____ 

  8. How many rooms:       _________                 

  9. What type of wedding is planned?Very Formal • Black Tie •                • Semi-Formal • Formal • Informal       • Other

  10. Catering: (Choose all that apply)Seated/plated dinner • Buffet • Appetizers only • Champagne and Cake only

  11. Cake Style:                        Contemporary • Fun • Traditional • Simple • Elegant

  12. Select two words from the following list that best describes your wedding day vision:  •Elegant • Simple • Party • Celebration • Grand • Traditional • Romantic • Sophisticated •Glamorous • Contemporary • Funky • Vintage • Magical • Festive • Conservative

  13. How many bridesmaids, including the Maid of Honor?                                 • 1 - 3 • 4 - 6 • 7 - 10 • 10 or more

  14. How many groomsmen/ushers, including the Best Man?                        • 1 - 3 • 4 - 6 • 7 - 10 • 10 or more

  15. Will you have a flower girl/s? If so, how many?                                              • 1 - 2 • 3 - 4

  16. Will you have a ring bearer?            Yes _____       or         No _______

  17. What colors they like:             ___________________ or dislike ____________________

  18. Special Request:                      ________________________________

  19. Wedding Planner: • Planner • Coordinator • Director • All Service

 

Please check the items you are interested in getting more information to help plan your wedding.

 

☐ Bridal Shop

☐ Rentals

☐ Honeymoon packages

☐ Alterations

☐ Hotel Accommodations

☐ Tuxedos

☐ Looking Good

☐ Officiant

☐ Events

☐ Wedding cakes

☐ Ceremony Sites

☐ Specials

☐ Caterers

☐ Consultants

☐ Real Estate

☐ Reception Hall

☐ Entertainment / Type _______________________

 

☐ Insurance

☐ Decorations

☐ Limousines

☐ Loan Information

☐ Invitations

☐ Photographer

☐ Relationship Educations

☐ Gift

☐ Videographer

☐ Newsletter

☐ Florist

☐ Jewelry

☐ Subscription to _______________________

 

 

 

 

Civil Ceremony Data Sheet

 

County:

 

Officiant

 

Obtain Application:

 

  • Online

  • In-Person

  • Phone

  • Mail

  • Other

 

Submit Application:

 

  • Online 

  • In-Person

  • Phone

  • Mail

  • Other

 

Fees:

 

Payment Options:

  • Cash

  • Check

  • Credit Card

  • Debit Card

  • Other

____________________________________________________________________________

Waiting Period:

 

Valid Period:

 

Requirements:

 

Age:

 

Residency:

 

Proof of Identifications

 

Driver’s License

 

Passport

 

US Military ID

 

State ID Card

 

Alien’s Registration

 

Other

 

Medical:

 

Other Information:

 

 

Office Location

 

Address

 

Email

 

Phone

 

Hours

 

 

Notes:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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