Marriage Requirements
Both spouses must apply for a marriage license in person. The marriage ceremony must be performed within 60 days of the issuance of the license. All U.S. Citizens must provide one valid form of identification with their picture, signature and date of birth, as well as their Social Security Number. Non-U.S. Citizens must provide either an Alien Registration Card, driver’s license or passport if they do not have a Social Security Number. Divorce, death or annulment decrees may apply.
Travel Information
Travel Documents
For non-U.S. citizens, passports are required for entry into Florida. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
English is the official and primary language of Florida.
Currency and Tipping
The official currency of Florida is the U.S dollar.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
Fort Lauderdale features a tropical rainforest climate and little seasonal variation in temperature. With no true dry season, guests can enjoy over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year.
Beaches
With over 23 miles of white sand in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area, guests can choose from any one of the pristine waterfront stretches to call home for the day. All beaches are continuously certified as Blue Wave Beaches by the Clean Beaches Council, making them easy to enjoy for families. Hollywood Beach is home to the Boardwalk which runs 2.5 miles along the sun-kissed sand, and provides some of the best people watching in South Florida.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
Guests may partake in countless watersports while vacationing in this versatile locale. In addition to its beaches, museums and nightlife, Fort Lauderdale is home to the International Swimming Hall of Fame, which houses a large aquatic complex as well as a museum, theater and research library. The Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is located along the beach and offers nature trails, picnicking areas, canoeing and more.
Nightlife
Whether you’re looking to relax and unwind at a local wine bar or dance the night away to heart-pumping music, Fort Lauderdale provides an energetic nightlife scene for those who love to get their groove on. Have a country/western night out at a saloon or put on your salsa shoes for a Latin-inspired fiesta. The diversity of options abound!