Miami Dade Marriage License Search: How to Look Up Marriage Records in Miami-Dade County

Bride and groom signing marriage documents at their wedding reception

If you’re trying to search for a marriage license in Miami-Dade County, you may be wondering where to start, what information you need, and whether the records are public. Whether you need it for legal purposes, immigration, genealogy, or personal reasons, this guide will help you understand how to do a Miami Dade marriage license search step by step.

We’ll also explain how Notary Public Center can help you get certified copies, notarize affidavits, and assist with apostille services if you need to use the document abroad.

Are Marriage Records Public in Miami-Dade County?

Yes. In the state of Florida, marriage licenses are public records, which means anyone can access basic information. At Notary Public Center, we can handle the entire process of requesting and obtaining your certified marriage certificate from Miami-Dade County witth this information.

  • Full names of the couple
  • Date of issuance
  • Certificate number
  • Marriage location

However, only the couple or authorized individuals may request certified copies of the marriage certificate.

How to Search for a Marriage License in Miami-Dade

Once you provide the required information, Notary Public Center will take care of requesting and obtaining your certified marriage certificate from Miami-Dade County on your behalf.

How to Get a Certified Copy of a Marriage License

We will need:

  1. Full names of both spouses
  2. Date of marriage
  3. Valid photo ID (for certified copies)

Notary Public Center can help you fill out the forms and ensure your request is submitted correctly.

What If I Need to Use the Marriage Certificate Abroad?

If you’re planning to use the marriage certificate outside the U.S., it must be apostilled to be legally recognized in a foreign country.

  1. Apostille Process Includes:
  2. equesting the certified cop
  3. Having the document notarized (if required)
  4. Submitting to the Florida Department of State for apostille

At Notary Public Center, we handle the full apostille process for marriage certificates issued in Miami-Dade, including:

  • Certified copy retrieval
  • Notarization if needed
  • Apostille processing
  • Optional translation and international shipping

Common Reasons to Search for a Marriage License

  • Immigration or visa applications
  • Dual citizenship requests
  • Legal name changes
  • Divorce proceedings
  • Family history or genealogy research
  • Proof of marital status

No matter your reason, we’re here to make the process easy and accurate.

Wedding. The groom puts his signature in the marriage registry office

Need Help with a Miami Dade Marriage License Search?

Notary Public Center offers personalized assistance with:

  • Locating and verifying marriage licenses
  • Requesting certified copies
  • Providing notarization and apostille services
  • Preparing documents for international use
  • Spanish-language support for bilingual clients

Whether you’re in Florida, out of state, or abroad, we can help you from start to finish.

Get Your Miami Dade Marriage License or Apostille Today

Searching for a Miami Dade marriage license doesn’t have to be complicated. Let Notary Public Center guide you through every step—search, notarize, apostille, translate, and deliver.

Contact us today for fast, reliable service in English or Spanish.

The information contained in this publication is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or using this content does not create and is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship. No reader or user should act or refrain from acting based on the information presented herein without first consulting an attorney duly licensed to practice law in their jurisdiction.

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