Marriage records in Polk County, Florida, are available through several channels: online tools, the office of the county court clerk, an in-person visit, or a mail request. PolkCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about marriage records in the county. Additionally, the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Polk County maintains the official registry and issues certified copies. The Florida Department of Health also maintains records at the state level.
Polk Marriage Records Search
In Polk County, the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is responsible for maintaining marriage records. This office issues marriage licenses, registers returned certificates, and preserves historical marriage records within the county. The collection includes marriage licenses, returned and registered marriage certificates, as well as archival records from previous decades.
Polk County belongs to the Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida. The court clerk handles requests both in person and by mail. To search for public records in the county, you can also use the Polk County public records request portal.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Polk
The fees for copies of marriage records are set according to Florida Statutes, including § 28.24 and § 382.0255. Below is an approximate fee schedule charged by the Polk County Clerk's office and the Florida Department of Health:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy — through the county clerk | $5.00 for the first page; $4.00 for each additional page of the same document |
| Certified copy — through the Florida Department of Health | $5.00 |
| Additional copy (in the same order through DOH) | $4.00 |
| Search fee (through DOH) | Included in the cost of the copy |
| Expedited processing through DOH | Additional fee depends on the chosen delivery method |
The processing time for requests through the county clerk usually ranges from a few minutes (for in-person visits) to 5–10 business days by mail. Requests through the Florida Department of Health may take several weeks.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Polk
There are several ways to order a marriage certificate registered in Polk County.
Online
At the state level, certified copies of marriage certificates can be ordered through the official portal of the Florida Department of Health — Bureau of Vital Statistics. The portal accepts applications with credit card payment. Note: DOH maintains marriage records starting from June 6, 1927.
In Person
Contact the county court clerk's office directly in Bartow:
You need to have a valid photo ID with you. A certified copy is usually issued on the day of the request.
By Mail
To order a copy by mail through the clerk's office, send:
- A written request specifying the full names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage.
- A copy of the applicant's ID.
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount, payable to the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
- A self-addressed stamped envelope.
Mailing address for requests:
If you are unsure of the exact registration date, the clerk can perform a search with the available data — specify this when making the request. For records older than 100 years, additional research in archives may be required. Current information on available online tools and county records can also be checked on PolkCourt.us.