Fort Bend County, TX
Fort Bend County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply
A marriage license in Fort Bend County costs $71 ($11 with a premarital course certificate). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
| Marriage license | $71 |
|---|---|
| With premarital course certificate | $11 |
| Certified copy of the certificate | $7 |
| Courthouse ceremony | $200 |
| Waiting period | 72 hours (3 days) |
| License valid for | 90 days |
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Where to apply
Apply at the Fort Bend County Clerk.
Official Fort Bend County marriage license page (fortbendcountytx.gov)
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 Fort Bend County?
A marriage license in Fort Bend County costs $71 ($11 with a premarital course certificate). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.
Can you get married at the courthouse in Fort Bend County?
Yes. The ceremony fee is $200.
Sources
- Fort Bend County Clerk (fortbendcountytx.gov)
- Fort Bend County Clerk (fortbendcountytx.gov)
- Fort Bend County Clerk (fortbendcountytx.gov)
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 |
| Dallas County | $80 |
| Tarrant County | $76 |
| Bexar County | $80 |
| Travis County | $80 |
| Collin County | $80 |
| Denton County | $81 |
| Hidalgo County | $81 |
| El Paso County | $81 |
| Montgomery County | $81 |
| Williamson County | $71 |