Marriage License Requirements by State

WeddingCram has compiled marriage license requirements for each state. Keep in mind that it is for informational purposes, and should be used as a general guide. Remember, this information can change without notice. If you find that the information for your state has changed, please email us. Requirements vary from state to state and can and do change. You should contact your local county clerk/courthouse in the municipality where the ceremony will take place. Verify what documents you need in order to obtain your marriage license before you make the trip. Also allow yourself some time before applying, keeping in mind that in some states there is a waiting period.

Rules & regulations vary from place to place, here are some general guidelines on what to expect. This is meant to be a reference, so check with the municipality where you plan to marry to find out the specific requirements for that area.

Planning ahead: Some states require a waiting period before the license is issued. You don’t want to cut yourself short on time.
Identification: Some states require ID. Commonly accepted forms of ID are drivers’ licenses, birth certificates, social security cards and passports.
Medical Records: Some municipalities require blood tests or other medical records such as a physical exam. You may need to provide the results furnished by your doctor.
Payment: There is a fee for the marriage license. Check with the municipality first & be prepared - some places will only accept cash in the exact amount.
Presence: Many places expect both bride and groom to be there when applying to sign the application, sometimes a witness may be required as well.

Additional rules & requirements: Minors, Divorcees and Widows. If you are under 18, you may need some kind of parental permission. (Sixteen or younger? You’ll probably need a judge’s consent). If you are divorced, chances are you need to bring your divorce decree. If your previous spouse has passed away, a copy of the death certificate may be required.

Alabama Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Alaska Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	90 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Arizona Marriage Requirements

Age	18 * (see below)
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$50.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	1 Year
Identification Required	No
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	If you are between ages 15-17 you need parental consent. Under 15 you need a court order.

Arkansas Marriage Requirements

Age	None
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$35.50
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	See Other * (below)
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	If you are between ages 18-21 you need your birth certificate. 22 and older requires proper identification.

California Marriage Requirements

Age	Over 18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$84.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	90 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Colorado Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$20.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	Ages 16-17 must have a notarized consent form

Connecticut Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$30.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	65 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	Valid for 35 Days*
Residency Required	No
Other *	Blood Test is valid for 35 days / $5.00 certificate.

Delaware Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$30.00
Waiting Period	None*
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	24 hour waiting period if one person is a resident of Delaware/ 96 hour waiting period if both are from out of state.

District of Columbia Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$35.00
Waiting Period	5 Days
Valid For	No Expiration
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	Yes*
Residency Required	No
Other *	Blood test valid for 30 days.

Florida Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$88.50
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	No
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Georgia Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$26+ / some counties only accept cash
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	No specified time frame
Identification Required	Yes - Two Forms
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Cousin Marriages	Yes
Same Sex Marriage	No
Copy of Certificate of Marriage: $10 / Certified Check or Money Order Vital Records 2600 Skyland Drive NE Atlanta, GA 30319-3640 Phone: (404) 679-4701
Pre-marital Education Cobb County offers a free MARITAL WORKSHOP called FOCUS ON FOREVER. This workshop is a skill-based / non-religious workshop designed to address issues concerning communication and listening skills, anger management, and financial planning. You can contact the Cobb County Superior Court for more information.

Hawaii Marriage Requirements

Age	19
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Idaho Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$28.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	1 Year
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Illinois Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	Next Day
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Indiana Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$18.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	Proof is Required
Other *	Females 50 years of age or under must have proof of Rubella German Measles inoculation.

Iowa Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$30.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	No specified time frame
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	Marrying couple must have a witness present / 6 months to pick up license

Kansas Marriage Requirements

Age	18, Age 17 and under require parental approval
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$50.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	6 Months
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	Also required is a Social Security Card

Kentucky Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$34.50
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	29 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Louisiana Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Birth Certificate / Social Security Card*
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	Birth Certificate must be certified – no copies!

Maine Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$20.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	90 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Maryland Marriage Requirements

Age	18 * (see below)
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$55.00
Waiting Period	2 Days
Valid For	6 Months
Identification Required	* (see below)
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	16 – 17 years of age with parents, or a note from a doctor 18-20 years of age, Birth Certificate – Driver’s License Over 21 no documents required

Massachusetts Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	between $4.00 - $15.00 depending on city
Waiting Period	3 Business Days
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Michigan Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$20.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Minnesota Marriage Requirements

Age	18 * (see below)
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$70.00
Waiting Period	5 Days
Valid For	6 Months
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	* 18 – 21 requires Birth Certificate

Mississippi Marriage Requirements

Age	21 * (see below)
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$21.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	3 Months
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	Yes
Residency Required	No
Other *	* If under age 21, a parental consent is required

Missouri Marriage Requirements

Age	18 * (see below)
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$50.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	30 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	* 15 – 17 with parental consent. Under 15 needs parental consent & judges consent.

Montana Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$30.25
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	6 Months
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	Yes
Residency Required	No

Nebraska Marriage Requirements

Age	19
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$15.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	1 Year
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Nevada Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$35.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	No specified time frame
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

New Hampshire Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$45.00
Waiting Period	3 Days
Valid For	90 days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

New Jersey Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$28.00
Waiting Period	72 Hours
Valid For	30 days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

New Mexico Marriage Requirements

Age	None
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	No specified time frame
Identification Required	* (see below)
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	* Over 21, Identification is required. Under 21, a Birth Certificate is required

New York Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	2 Days
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

North Carolina Marriage Requirements

Age	None
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$40.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	* (see below)
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No
Other *	* Over 21, a Driver’s License is required Under 21, a Birth Certificate is required.

North Dakota Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$35.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Ohio Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$45.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	60 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	No
Residency Required	No

Oklahoma Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate	$25.00
Waiting Period	None
Valid For	10 Days
Identification Required	Yes
Blood Test Required	Yes
Residency Required	No

Oregon Marriage Requirements

Age	18
Cost of Marriage Certificate