General Information:
Contact the Clerk of Courts office (239) 335-2273; www.leeclerk.org to purchase a marriage license. To qualify, both parties must apply in person with proper identification. If either party were previously married, divorce papers, proof of annulment or a deceased spouse's death certificate must be presented. 

Florida residents are subject to a three-day waiting period. Non residents are exempt of the waiting period. Weddings may be performed by a member of the clergy, Notary Public, member of the judiciary or a Clerk of Courts.