Beaufort County, SC

Beaufort County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply

A marriage license in Beaufort County costs $50 ($95 for non-residents). You wait 24 hours before the ceremony.

Beaufort County marriage license costs and rules
Marriage license	$50
Non-resident license	$95
Certified copy of the certificate	$5
Waiting period	24 hours (1 day) (South Carolina law)
License valid for	Does not expire
Appointment needed	Yes
Office hours	Mon–Fri 9:00 am–3:00 pm, by appointment
Payment	Cash in exact amount

Not in our data: with premarital course certificate, courthouse ceremony.

Where to apply

Beaufort County Probate Court main office in Beaufort, or satellite office on Hilton Head Island (appointment only)

Official Beaufort County marriage license page (beaufortcountysc.gov)

South Carolina rules that apply here

State fee range$50–$115
Minimum age16 with consent; 18 without
Apply online (statewide)Varies by county

Greenville County asks for government photo ID plus Social Security cards or documents showing each applicant's Social Security number. State law requires birth-date proof for applicants under 25. See the full South Carolina marriage license requirements for age, ID, officiant and witness rules.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a marriage license in Beaufort County?

A marriage license in Beaufort County costs $50 ($95 for non-residents). You wait 24 hours before the ceremony.

Where do you get a marriage license in Beaufort County?

Beaufort County Probate Court main office in Beaufort, or satellite office on Hilton Head Island (appointment only).

Sources

Last verified November 4, 2026. County fees change; confirm with the office before you go. Spot an error? Report it.

Other South Carolina counties

County	License fee
Greenville County	$50
Charleston County	$70
Richland County	$45.24
Horry County	$55
Spartanburg County	$80
Lexington County	$30
Berkeley County	$50
Anderson County	$46