Marriage Licenses are processed BY APPOINTMENT ONLY by calling (706) 291-5136.

Requirements for Marriage License:

  • If at least one of the applicants getting married is a resident of Georgia, a marriage license can be issued at a probate court in any county.
  • If neither person is a resident of Georgia, the license must be issued in the county where the ceremony is taking place.
  • You must obtain a marriage license from the state you want to get married in.  A marriage license cannot cross state lines.  There is no exception to this law in any state.
  • Valid State issued ID - The Identification you bring MUST be current. Such as a Georgia Driver's License or Georgia State ID. It must contain full name and date of birth.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Final Divorce Decree - You MUST bring a copy of your most recent Divorce Decree, regardless of how much time has passed since your divorce was final.
    • The copy must have Judge's signature and date he signed dissolving the last marriage
    • OR If your Previous Spouse is deceased, you MUST bring a copy of the Death Certificate.
  • Cost of license is $66.00 without counseling or $26.00 with Certification of Premarital Counseling.
  • Licenses are issued Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. You must be present before 4:15 p.m. to complete paperwork.
  • The Cashier closes at 4:30 p.m. All payments must be made by that time.
  • You will be asked to pickup your marriage certificate from our office.

Please note:

  • A marriage license does not have an expiration date, and blood tests are no longer required in the State of Georgia.
  • Weddings are no longer being performed at the Floyd County Courthouse.