Marriage License Fees

Lehigh County, PA

Lehigh County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply

A marriage license in Lehigh County costs $100. You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.

Lehigh County marriage license costs and rules
Marriage license$100
Certified copy of the certificate$10
Courthouse ceremonyNot offered by this office
Waiting period72 hours (3 days) (Pennsylvania law)
License valid for60 days
Appointment neededYes
Office hoursInterviews Mon–Fri 9:00 am–3:30 pm by appointment
PaymentCash, money order, or credit card (2.9% service fee)

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

Where to apply

Marriage License Office, Room 123.5, Lehigh County Courthouse, 455 West Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA 18101

Official Lehigh County marriage license page (lccpa.org)

Courthouse wedding

Courthouse judges do not marry couples; civil ceremonies are by a Magisterial District Justice.

Pennsylvania rules that apply here

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 Lehigh County?

A marriage license in Lehigh County costs $100. You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.

Where do you get a marriage license in Lehigh County?

Marriage License Office, Room 123.5, Lehigh County Courthouse, 455 West Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA 18101.

Can you get married at the courthouse in Lehigh County?

This office does not perform ceremonies. Courthouse judges do not marry couples; civil ceremonies are by a Magisterial District Justice.

Sources

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Other Pennsylvania counties

CountyLicense fee
Philadelphia County$90
Allegheny$90
Montgomery$85
Bucks$85
Delaware$60
Lancaster$75
Chester$75
York County$70
Berks County$65
Dauphin$80