Frequently Asked Questions
We address many questions and concerns on a daily basis. We hope you find this page helpful in answering your questions. If you do not see the information you are searching for feel free to contact us!
1Do you provide a backup plan in the event of bad weather?
Unfortunately we cant. The customer is responsible for securing a backup location for their wedding. This is usually at the hotel or resort where you are staying, a home, or another location that offers cover. We will accommodate our clients by setting up at a secondary location with enough notice if rain is an issue. We will always try to provide the booked services and even allow you to move your date/time with enough notice and if available.
2Is a beach permit required, and are they included in your packages?
Not all beaches require a permit, and Beach Promises does not include beach permits in its packages. Permits also vary in price depending on the selected beach or location. The permit costs will be in addition to the price of the wedding package and will be paid directly to the city, county, state, or beachfront resort that may require it.
3Do you obtain our marriage license for us?
No. You and your fiancé’ must visit a Florida Clerk of Court office to obtain your license. Non-FL residents will receive their license immediately and should bring that to the wedding and give it to your Officiate. You can obtain your marriage license at ANY clerk of court in the State of Florida. There are now a few counties in FL that offer this process virtually. This is a great option and saves you from a trip when you are in town.
4Do you only do beach weddings?
Nope! We can set up and provide services at any venue, including banquet halls, gardens, homes, boats, or in pavilions. Let us know what you have in mind, and we will do our best to make it work!
5Can I change my mind about what I want once I sign the contract for my wedding?
Yes, you can! Our contract allows for changes all the way up to when the final payment is due. Services are available as “add on’s” at any time as long as they are available. We are also real people with compassion and will always do what we can to help.
6When is my final payment due? Can I make payments on my wedding?
After your initial deposit to reserve our services, final payment is not due until 1 week before your wedding date. Depending on your package and the total price of the package, we will break your balance into 2 or 3 equal payments and spread them out between when you book with us and 1 week before your wedding.
7I purchased a pre-set package on your site. Does this mean you are my wedding planner?
Not necessarily. Not all ceremony and all-inclusive packages include a planner/coordinator. Some of them include coordination of your ceremony only. We are not responsible for choosing your date, time, location or any other detail that would be considered “planning”. We provide only the services listed in our packages and contract. If you need a wedding planner, we do have planner packages available.
1Do you provide a backup plan in the event of bad weather?
Unfortunately we cant. The customer is responsible for securing a backup location for their wedding. This is usually at the hotel or resort where you are staying, a home, or another location that offers cover. We will accommodate our clients by setting up at a secondary location with enough notice if rain is an issue. We will always try to provide the booked services and even allow you to move your date/time with enough notice and if available.
2Is a beach permit required, and are they included in your packages?
Not all beaches require a permit, and Beach Promises does not include beach permits in its packages. Permits also vary in price depending on the selected beach or location. The permit costs will be in addition to the price of the wedding package and will be paid directly to the city, county, state, or beachfront resort that may require it.
3Do you obtain our marriage license for us?
No. You and your fiancé’ must visit a Florida Clerk of Court office to obtain your license. Non-FL residents will receive their license immediately and should bring that to the wedding and give it to your Officiate. You can obtain your marriage license at ANY clerk of court in the State of Florida. There are now a few counties in FL that offer this process virtually. This is a great option and saves you from a trip when you are in town.
4Do you only do beach weddings?
Nope! We can set up and provide services at any venue, including banquet halls, gardens, homes, boats, or in pavilions. Let us know what you have in mind, and we will do our best to make it work!
5Can I change my mind about what I want once I sign the contract for my wedding?
Yes, you can! Our contract allows for changes all the way up to when the final payment is due. Services are available as “add on’s” at any time as long as they are available. We are also real people with compassion and will always do what we can to help.
6When is my final payment due? Can I make payments on my wedding?
After your initial deposit to reserve our services, final payment is not due until 1 week before your wedding date. Depending on your package and the total price of the package, we will break your balance into 2 or 3 equal payments and spread them out between when you book with us and 1 week before your wedding.
7I purchased a pre-set package on your site. Does this mean you are my wedding planner?
Not necessarily. Not all ceremony and all-inclusive packages include a planner/coordinator. Some of them include coordination of your ceremony only. We are not responsible for choosing your date, time, location or any other detail that would be considered “planning”. We provide only the services listed in our packages and contract. If you need a wedding planner, we do have planner packages available.
Florida Marriage License Info
you can obtain your FL marriage license in ANY County in Florida, it does not need to come from the County in which you are planning to marry.If you have additional questions please contact the Clerk of Court directly.
State of Florida
Marriage License Application Process- The fee for a marriage license is $93.50 and there is a three (3) day waiting period for Florida residents; there is no waiting period for non-residents.
Florida residents who have completed a premarital preparation course and can provide completion certificates will only be required to pay $61.00 and the three (3) day waiting period will be waived.
Couples wishing to be married in the state of Florida must obtain a marriage license. Marriage licenses are issued by counties and you can apply for your license at any County Clerk’s Office.
- Both parties are to appear in the Clerk’s Office and sign the application.
- The legal age for marriage without parental consent is eighteen (18) years of age.
- The legal age for marriage, with parent’s consent, is sixteen (16).
- Photo ID (Driver’s License, Passport or State ID with picture)
- Both parties must be prepared to give their Social Security number.
- No blood tests are required.
- Marriage license is valid for 60 days after issuance.
- You can get married in any county in Florida, regardless of where you obtained your marriage license.
Be sure to contact your local County Clerk’s Office well in advance of the wedding to find out on what days and during what hours the Clerk will be in the office. Some locales will require an appointment.
Lee County (Ft Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, Cape Coral, Lehigh, Estero, Bonita)
Lee County Administration Building
2115 Second Street
2nd Floor
Fort Myers, FL 33902
(239) 335-2283
8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. / M – F
2115 Second Street
2nd Floor
Fort Myers, FL 33902
(239) 335-2283
8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. / M – F
Collier County (Naples, Marco & Immokalee)
3301 Tamiami Trail East
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 732-2646
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / M – F
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 732-2646
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / M – F
