Mecklenburg County, NC

Mecklenburg County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply

A marriage license in Mecklenburg County costs $60. There is no waiting period.

Not in our data: with premarital course certificate, non-resident license, appointment needed, payment.

Where to apply

Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds, County Courts & Office Building, 720 E 4th Street, Room 105, Charlotte, NC 28202

Start the application online

Official Mecklenburg County marriage license page (deeds.mecknc.gov)

North Carolina rules that apply here

• State fee range$60
• Minimum age16 with consent; 18 without
• Witnesses2 required
• Apply online (statewide)Varies by county

Wake County requires a valid government-issued ID and proof of Social Security number. State law requires the SSN on the application or a sworn statement if the applicant has none. See the full North Carolina marriage license requirements for age, ID, officiant and witness rules.

Sources

• Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds (deeds.mecknc.gov)
• Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds (deeds.mecknc.gov)
• Mecklenburg County Magistrates Office (ncleg.gov)
• Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds (nccourts.gov)

Last verified November 1, 2026. County fees change; confirm with the office before you go. Spot an error? Report it.

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