Chester, PA
Chester Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply
A marriage license in Chester costs $75 ($85 for non-residents). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
| Marriage license | $75 |
|---|---|
| Non-resident license | $85 |
| Certified copy of the certificate | $20 |
| Courthouse ceremony | Offered (fee not in our data) |
| Waiting period | 72 hours (3 days) (Pennsylvania law) |
| License valid for | 60 days |
| Appointment needed | Yes |
Not in our data: with premarital course certificate, office hours, payment.
Where to apply
Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court, Chester County Justice Center, 201 W. Market Street, Suite 2200, West Chester, PA 19380
Official Chester marriage license page (chesco.org)
Pennsylvania rules that apply here
- State fee range$90
- Minimum age18
Philadelphia asks for two forms of ID, one with a photo. Previously married applicants must prove the earlier marriage ended. See the full Pennsylvania marriage license requirements for age, ID, officiant and witness rules.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a marriage license in Chester?
A marriage license in Chester costs $75 ($85 for non-residents). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
Where do you get a marriage license in Chester?
Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court, Chester County Justice Center, 201 W. Market Street, Suite 2200, West Chester, PA 19380.
Can you get married at the courthouse in Chester?
Yes.
Sources
- Chester County Clerk of Orphans' Court, Marriage License Department (chesco.org)
- Chester County Clerk of Orphans' Court, Marriage License Department (chesco.org)
Last verified . County fees change; confirm with the office before you go. Spot an error? Report it.
Other Pennsylvania counties
| County | License fee |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia County | $90 |
| Allegheny | $90 |
| Montgomery | $85 |
| Bucks | $85 |
| Delaware | $60 |
| Lancaster | $75 |
| York County | $70 |
| Berks County | $65 |
| Lehigh County | $100 |
| Dauphin | $80 |