Search Melbourne Marriage Records

Marriage records in Melbourne are managed by the Brevard County Clerk of Courts. The clerk issues licenses, performs ceremonies, and maintains recorded marriage documents for all of Brevard County, including Melbourne.

Marriage License Office for Melbourne

Melbourne sits in Brevard County, along the Space Coast. The Brevard County Clerk of Courts handles all marriage licenses. Melbourne residents have two courthouse options. The Viera courthouse at 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL 32940 is about 15 minutes north. The Titusville courthouse at 50 S. Nieman Avenue, Titusville, FL 32780 is farther away. Phone for both: (321) 637-5413.

The Viera location is the better choice for Melbourne residents. It is closer and easier to reach from downtown Melbourne or the surrounding neighborhoods. Office hours are Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Walk-ins are accepted, but going early helps you avoid a long wait.

Both people who want to get married have to appear together. Bring a valid photo ID. A driver license from any state, passport, military ID, or state ID will work. You also need your Social Security number. If either of you has been married before, the clerk will ask for the date that marriage ended. Know it before you go.

Fees for a Melbourne Marriage License

Brevard County charges $86 for a marriage license. The price drops to $61 if both people complete a premarital preparation course. The course has to happen within a year of applying. It must be from a provider registered with the state under Florida Statute Chapter 741. The savings and waiting period waiver make it a good deal.

Payment is by cash or credit card. No personal checks. A clerk-performed ceremony costs $30. The ceremony takes only a few minutes and can happen right after the license is issued if the waiting period does not apply or has been waived. This is a popular option for couples who want to handle everything in one visit.

Certified copies of a marriage record in Brevard County cost a small fee. Call the clerk office to confirm the exact amount. Copies bear the official clerk seal and work for legal purposes like name changes and insurance claims.

How to Search Melbourne Marriage Records Online

Brevard County provides online access to recorded documents through the clerk website. You can search by name to find marriage records. The basic search is free. Certified copies require a fee and can be ordered online or picked up in person.

The Florida Department of Health stores statewide marriage data from 1927 onward. A search with one certified copy costs $5 from the state. Extra copies are $4 each. Requests go to the Jacksonville office and take weeks to process. Melbourne residents who need records fast should check with Brevard County first.

You can also order through VitalChek, an authorized vendor for Florida vital records. Their fee is $15 plus processing. Everything is done online with a credit card. Copies arrive by mail. VitalChek works best for people who no longer live in the Melbourne area and need records shipped elsewhere.

Melbourne Marriage License Process

Here is the step-by-step process for Melbourne couples:

• Go to the Brevard County Clerk at Viera or Titusville together
• Show valid photo ID and provide Social Security numbers
• List any prior marriage end dates on the application
• Pay $86 or $61 with premarital course proof
• Florida residents wait three days without the course
• Marry within 60 days in any Florida county

Florida Statute 741.04 sets the three-day waiting period for state residents. If you live outside Florida, there is no wait. The premarital course removes the delay for everyone. Your license stays good for 60 days. Use it in Brevard County or any other Florida county.

Who performs the wedding? Florida Statute 741.07 names ordained ministers, judges, clerks, deputy clerks, and Florida notary publics as authorized officiants. Witnesses are not required by law in Florida, though most couples have them. The officiant signs the completed license and returns it to the clerk within 10 days after the ceremony. The clerk then records the marriage and sends data to the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville.

Certified Copies and Public Access

Marriage records are public under Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Anyone can request a copy from the Brevard County clerk. You do not have to be one of the married parties. Social Security numbers and other sensitive information are redacted on public copies.

You have three options. Visit the Viera or Titusville courthouse in person for the fastest turnaround. Order online through the clerk website with a credit card. Or mail a written request with payment to the clerk office. Always include both spouses' names and the date of the marriage to help staff find the record.

New marriages can take about 60 days to show up at the state level. The county records it much sooner. If your Melbourne wedding was recent, contact Brevard County for your certified copy. The state office will not have it right away. This delay is normal and applies to all Florida counties.

Other Cities in Brevard County

Brevard County's clerk office serves all communities along the Space Coast. Pick a city for local details.