Maryland
MARRIAGE LICENSE INFORMATION
General Information for All Maryland Counties
- Legal Age for Marriage is 18 years old.
Under 18 needs parental consent.
- Residency is not required for bride or
groom.
- Either bride or groom may apply for the
license.
- Couple must marry within the county they
register.
- If previously married you need a certificate
of divorce or death.
- There is a two day waiting period to receive
your license and it remains valid for up to 6 months.
- Fees can range from $50 to $75 and only certain counties will accept credit cards and/or checks.
Specific Information by County
Marriage licenses are handled by the clerk of the circuit court in the county where you intend to be married. The links below will take you directly to the marriage license information for the county circuit court of your choice.
Marriage License information for Baltimore,
Carroll and Harford Counties may be found on our sister site,
the Baltimore
Wedding Guide.
Washington DC marriage requirements
are located on the Washington
DC Wedding Guide.
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