by running  reverend   

Congratulations on making the next step in your lives together.  One of the most important things you'll need to do is to get your wedding license. 

Obtaining a Marriage License

OBTAINING A MARRIAGE LICENSE IN TEXAS

Requirements may vary as each county in Texas could have their own requirements.

ID Requirement: In Texas, you will need one valid form of id such as drivers license, certified copy of your birth certificate, U. S. passport, military ID card, and your Social Security number.

Residency Requirement: Neither one of you have to be a resident of Texas. Texas is a great locale for a destination wedding!

Pre-marital Education:  In Texas, couples are encouraged to attend a premarital education course that is at least four hours duration. It must be finished during the year preceding applying for a marriage license. Contact the county clerk for a roster of area course providers.

Previous Marriage: If divorced within thirty days, Texas requires that you show a certified copy of your divorce decree stating the 30 day waiting period is waived.

Waiting Period in Texas: The 72 hours (3 days) waiting period in Texas can be waived for active duty military personnel. Note: Effective Sept 2008 - Those taking an approved premarital preparation course may also waive the waiting period.

Expiration:  Marriage License will expire the 31st day following the date of issuance.

Fees and Other Tests: $31 - $60. The fees may vary from Texas county to county. Blood tests or medical examinations are not required in Texas.

NOTE: Effective September 2008, the license fee will be waived if a couple takes an 8-hour premarital preparation course that covers important marital skills and issues such as conflict management and communication.

The County Clerk of each county in Texas may have specific information on obtaining a marriage license. In most cases both parties must appear in person to obtain the license. Be sure to check the office hours in the county you wish to apply.

Tarrant County

Johnson County

Dallas County

Collin County

Denton County

Other states have different requirements for residency and whether witnesses are required. The waiting periods are normally the same, but days until expiration of the license may vary.

Massachusetts Marriage License Information