Congratulations on your engagement. It is a magical yet busy time. Be sure you have your paperwork in order. Find out right away what you need to do from the appropriate local clerk office.
If you’re getting married in Dallas, Texas, please see guidelines below:
Typically both the bride and groom are 18 years old or older. Minimum age is 16 but requires parental consent.
Blood test or health certificates are not required to obtain a license.
A marriage license can be obtained from a county clerk’s office. Cost is $41 in cash (so be prepared).
Valid photo identification such as driver’s license, U.S. passport, certified copy of a birth certificate, or military i.d. is required. Bring all that you have.
There is a 72 hour waiting period after the marriage license is issued. If either party is active military, this waiting period is waived. Bring your military i.d. The waiting period is strictly enforced.
License is only good for 31 days. If a marriage ceremony has not been conducted before the 31 st day after the license is issued, the marriage license expired.
A marriage license issued in the State of Texas is only valid in the State of Texas. You must obtain a marriage license in the state in which you are planning to get married.
Go to the closest location to you to apply for your marriage license:
Downtown Dallas at the Records Building, 509 Main Street, Suite 120 (8 AM – 4 PM, M-F), 214-653-7559 or 214-653-7131.
East Dallas at the East Dallas Government Center, 3443 St. Francis Ave, call for office hours 214-321-3182
North Dallas Government Center, 10056 Marsh Lane, Suite 137, call for office hours 214-904-3032
Justice of the Peace, 7201 S. Polk, Dallas, call for office hours 972-228-0280
Justice of the Peace, 1411 W. Beltline Road, Richardson, call for office hours 972-231-1439.
Marriage license requirements can and do change from time to time. The above list should not be regarded as legal advice. It is meant to assist you in getting your paperwork in order. Be sure to check your local marriage license office for the most up-to-date information and requirements. Do this before making any wedding plans or booking any travel reservations.
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