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Getting a
marriage license in Georgia is a relatively easy process. Please
do confirm all details with the proper licensing office.

Age Requirements
Both the bride and groom
must be 18 years of age or older to apply for a license without
parental consent. Anyone who is at least 16 years of age can
apply for a marriage license if they are accompanied by both
parents who have to give written consent.
Fees
The fee for Marriage
Licenses in the State of Georgia will vary according to the
following circumstances. If the couple has completed a
qualifying permarital education program, the standard
marriage license fee is $22.00.
Without
certification of a premarital education program, the typical
marriage license fee is $57.00. These fees include the cost of a
certified copy of the completed license once the ceremony has
been performed for proof of marriage. In some instances, other
minor charges may apply. Most probate courts accept cash,
checks, and money orders but some Only Accept Cash
so please call to verify whether or not you need cash.
Qualifying Premarital
Education Program
Under the law, a
"qualifying premarital education program" shall include
instruction involving marital issues, which may include but not
be limited to conflict management, communication skills,
financial responsibilities, child and parenting responsibilities
and extended family roles. The program must have been completed
within twelve months prior to the application and the couple
must have undergone the premarital education together. To
qualify, the premarital education must have been performed by:
(1) a professional counselor, social worker, or marriage and
family therapist; (2) a psychiatrist; (3) a psychologist; or (4)
an active member of the clergy when in the course of his or her
service as clergy, or the designee of such active member of the
clergy, provided the designee is skilled and trained in
premarital education. Pastor Scott can offer this service for a
$200 fee. The counseling is performed in one four long session.
In order to
qualify for the reduced fee, the couple must provide the Court a
signed and dated certificate of completion of a qualifying
premarital education program. A Certificate of Completion of
Qualifying Premarital Education can be picked up at the local
Probate Court.
Appear in Person with
Proof of Identity and Age
For all offices, you
both must appear in person to apply for the license. You will be
required to prove your age by presenting a driver's license,
resident I.D., passport or birth certificate.
Blood Tests
Blood tests are no
longer required in Georgia!!
When One Party is
Widowed or Divorced
In the case of a
previous marriage that ended either in divorce or death, be
prepared with the divorce decree or death certificate - no
matter how long ago the death or divorce occurred.
Waiting Period
There is no longer a
waiting period to get a marriage license in Georgia.
Where To Get The
License
If one of you is a
resident of Georgia and your marriage is going to take place in
Georgia, you can obtain a license in any county. If neither of
you lives in Georgia, the marriage license must be obtained in
the county where the marriage is to take place. If either
applicant is under the age of 18 there are other special
requirements.
Barrow
County Marriage License Office
Probate Court
30 North Broad Street
Room 329
Winder, GA 30680
770-307-3045
Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clarke
County Marriage License Office
Athens Clarke County Probate Court
325 East Washington Street
Room 215
Athens, GA 30601
706-613-3320
Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Jackson
County Marriage License Office
Probate Court
85 Washington Street
Jefferson, GA 30549
706-367-6366
$26 - Cash, check, money order
Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Madison
County Marriage License Office
Probate Court
91 Albany Avenue
Danielsville, GA 30633
706-795-3354
$26 - Cash, check, money order
Oconee
County Marriage License Office
County Probate Clerk
415 S. Pine Street
Walhalla, SC 29691
864-638-4244
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