Would you like to come to our office in person to apply for your formal marriage license application? Then join us via video conference. The same basic requirements listed below apply, but instead of coming into the office, you will participate from your home computer. Follow this link to apply for the virtual option.
Technical requirements include:
· Access to computer/laptop
· Reliable high-speed internet access
· Audio and visual features (microphone, speakers, webcam, etc.)
general information
There are two types of marriage licenses:formal marriage license and declaration and Registration of informal marriages (common law). The basic requirements for both types of marriage are the same.
- Both parties must attend together in person or via video conference. **Video conferencing is available for official marriage license applicants only**
- Both parties must be at least 18 years old.
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required. Your name will appear on your marriage license exactly as it appears on your ID. The County Clerk's Office cannot change the name or spelling of a name on an ID. Acceptable forms of valid identification include:
- You must know your social security number.
- Affidavit of age and identification if applying only by video conference
- No blood test required.
Effective January 1, 2019, if neither applicant can prove Texas residency, a $100 out-of-state applicant fee will be assessed. Acceptable forms of evidence are:
- driver's license
- state ID
- handgun license
- Vehicle registration
- Property tax return or homestead exemption
- voter registration card
- Military Order Reflecting Texas as Home of Records
- income tax
- Pay stub or proof of employment on company letterhead
- Receiving benefits from national institutions
- Utility bill (12 months history)
- PO Box addresses are not accepted
formal marriage
An official marriage license can be obtained in any county in Texas and you can get married anywhere. If your marriage will take place outside of Texas, check with the appropriate state office, consulate, or embassy to determine the marriage requirements for that state or country.
Additional requirements and information:
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There is a 72-hour waiting period from the time the driver's license is issued until the wedding can take place. The 72-hour waiting period can be waived by meeting one of three criteria:
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If the applicant is a member of the United States Armed Forces and is on active duty, no waiting period applies. Wedding guests must present military identification.
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If the applicant obtains a 72-hour waiver signed by a district judge, the waiting period does not apply. The waiver must be presented and retained by the person performing the ceremony.
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If the applicant has a valid Twogether in Texas certificate or premarital counseling certificate from a known counselor, the waiting period does not apply. The certificate must be printed and presented to the person issuing the marriage license and the person performing the ceremony.
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The marriage must take place within 90 days from the date of issue. There are no exceptions.
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If you divorce, unless waived, there is a 30-day waiting period after the divorce is finalized before you can remarry. If the 30-day waiting period is waived, you must provide a certified copy at the time of license purchase.
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Cost is $76 cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover. (Using a credit card will incur an additional 1.73% fee.)
- The fee is $16 for couples who attend a Texas-approved marriage education class and present a valid printed Twogether in Texas certificate or similar premarital counseling course certificate. For more information, please visit: alone in texas Please contact the website or contact person.
- Once the ceremony has taken place and your license is complete, you can hand-deliver your license to one of our eight locations to expedite the recording process. If you receive it from one of the people listed on the license, a recording process will take place while you wait. If not, the recorded license must be mailed to the newlyweds.
Apply online
You can fill out and save your marriage license application online. However, applicants must be in person to sign and purchase a marriage license. Please note: Additional information is required from each applicant when a marriage license is issued. This process can be completed at either the downtown location or the Tarrant County sub-court location.
Apply online
Minors Obtain a Marriage License
Effective September 1, 2017, if either applicant is under 18 years of age, a court order is required under Texas Family Code Chapter 31 to remove the applicant's minority disability for general purposes. Masu. Additionally, minor applicants must present a copy of their current school ID, driver's license, or birth certificate with state ID.
Absence applicant
If the applicant is unable to appear before the county clerk to apply for a marriage license, an absentee affidavit must be completed. Other applicants may apply for a marriage license on behalf of the absent applicant.
The county clerk may not issue a marriage license in the absence of both applicants unless both applicants:
A person may consent to marriage by the appearance of a representative appointed in an affidavit authorized by Chapter A if:
(1) A member of the United States military stationed in another country in support of combat or other military operations.and
(2) If you are unable to attend the ceremony.
affidavit of absence
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Declaration and registration of unofficial marriages (common law)
An unofficial marriage license can be obtained and recorded by a couple who agree to marry, after which they live together as husband and wife in this state and represent to others that they are married. Masu.
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Both parties must be present. An absentee affidavit cannot be used as an unofficial marriage license.
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Persons under the age of 18 cannot obtain an unofficial marriage license.
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If you are currently married to someone else, you cannot obtain an unofficial marriage license.
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Cost is $41 cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover. (Using a credit card will incur an additional 1.73% fee.)
person authorized to perform marriage ceremonies
Licensed or ordained Christian pastors and priests, Jewish rabbis, and officers of religious organizations who are duly licensed by the organization to perform wedding ceremonies. Justices of the Supreme Court, Judges of the Court of Criminal Appeals, Judges of the District Courts, County Courts and Probate Courts, Judges of the County Courts, Family Courts and Juvenile Courts, Retired Judges and Magistrates of these courts, Judges of the Peace, Peace, of the Federal Courts; former judge, district court judge, federal court judge and judge in this state.
business hours
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For more information, call 817-884-1550.
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Copy of marriage license
You can order certified copies of your birth, death, or marriage records online using your credit card. just approved Official Internet Business Partner of the Tarrant County Clerk's Office, Vital Check Network Co., Ltd.
return of marriage license
The person performing the wedding is responsible for returning the marriage license to our office within 30 days of the wedding date. Please return your license in the envelope provided or mail it to:
tarrant county clerk
200 Taylor Street, Suite 301
Fort Worth, Texas 76196
