About Georgia
Marriage License Info
The bride and groom must each be 18 years of age to apply for a marriage license without parental consent.
Where to Apply
County Probate Court
What Is The Minimum Age
18, or 16 in certain counties with parental consent
How Much Does It Cost?
$16-$67, depending on whether the couple completes a qualifying premarital education program and whether a certified copy of the license is included.
What ID do I need?
Birth certificate, Driver's license, State-issued identification, Passport, Military identification card
What Are The Residency Requirements?
License is available for residents and non residents.
Can We Have Witnesses?
It is optional but not required.
Divorce Or Widow?
Yes, with official documents.
How About Common Marriage?
No, but common law marriages predating January 1, 1997 remain valid
Do You Allow Same-Sex Marriage?
Yes.
Marriage Among Cousins?
Yes.
License Validity
All over Georgia, indefinitely, but use it within 1 year.
Is There A Waiting Period?
None.
MORE FAQS:
What do you have to do to get married?
To get married in Georgia, both members of the couple must contact a County Probate Court to fill out a marriage license application and pick it up in person. You will have to meet certain age requirements, provide photo identification, and pay a fee. Once you have received the marriage license, you must perform a marriage ceremony by a certified officiant or minister while the license is still valid.
Your officiant will complete the marriage license and submit it to the proper county authority. After the marriage license has been recorded, the Probate Court will issue a certified marriage certificate as proof of marriage.
Both members of the couple must prove that they have reached the eligible age, provide photo identification, and pay a fee.