Dallas County, TX
Dallas County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply
A marriage license in Dallas County costs $80 ($21 with a premarital course certificate). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
| Marriage license | $80 |
|---|---|
| With premarital course certificate | $21 |
| Certified copy of the certificate | $10 |
| Courthouse ceremony | Offered (fee not in our data) |
| Waiting period | 72 hours (3 days) |
| License valid for | 90 days |
Not in our data: non-resident license, appointment needed, office hours, payment.
Where to apply
Apply at the Dallas County Clerk.
Official Dallas County marriage license page (dallascounty.org)
Texas rules that apply here
- State fee range$71–$81
- WitnessesNone required
Each applicant shows proof of identity and age, such as a driver's license, passport or certified birth certificate. See the full Texas marriage license requirements for age, ID, officiant and witness rules.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a marriage license in Dallas County?
A marriage license in Dallas County costs $80 ($21 with a premarital course certificate). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
Can you get married at the courthouse in Dallas County?
Yes.
Sources
- Dallas County Clerk (dallascounty.org)
- Dallas County Clerk (dallascounty.org)
- Dallas County Clerk (dallascounty.org)
Last verified . County fees change; confirm with the office before you go. Spot an error? Report it.
Other Texas counties
| County | License fee |
|---|---|
| Harris County | $81 |
| Tarrant County | $76 |
| Bexar County | $80 |
| Travis County | $80 |
| Collin County | $80 |
| Denton County | $81 |
| Fort Bend County | $71 |
| Hidalgo County | $81 |
| El Paso County | $81 |
| Montgomery County | $81 |
| Williamson County | $71 |