Marriage License Fees

Harris County, TX

Harris County Marriage License: Fee and How to Apply

A marriage license in Harris County costs $81 ($21 with a premarital course certificate; $181 for non-residents). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.

Harris County marriage license costs and rules
Marriage license$81
With premarital course certificate$21
Non-resident license$181
Certified copy of the certificate$6
Courthouse ceremony$100
Waiting period72 hours (3 days)
License valid for90 days

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Where to apply

Apply at the office that issues marriage licenses for Harris County.

Official Harris County marriage license page (cclerk.hctx.net)

Texas rules that apply here

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 Harris County?

A marriage license in Harris County costs $81 ($21 with a premarital course certificate; $181 for non-residents). You wait 72 hours before the ceremony.

Can you get married at the courthouse in Harris County?

Yes. The ceremony fee is $100.

Sources

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