Michigan Marriage Licenses

The following is required:

1. You must be 18 years of age to apply for a marriage application in Michigan.

2. For the purpose of marriage application, residency is determined by a current valid driver's license or state I.D.
If you are a Michigan resident, you must apply in the county where you live. If both parties are Michigan residents, but reside in different counties, you may apply in either county. The license is valid throughout the state. If both parties are out-of-state residents, you must apply in the county where you are going to be married. The license is valid in that county only.

3. The following is required of both parties: Valid driver's license or state ID showing current address. Birth certificate or valid passport. If a passport is used instead of birth certificate, full names of both parents and the state or country where they were born must be provided at time of application. Social Security numbers of both parties pursuant to MCL 551.102.

4. Fee per couple: $20.00 for Michigan residents; $30.00 for out-of-state residents. Fees are paid to the county clerk where you apply, and there may be an additional cost of roughly $5 to $50 to waive the standard 3-day waiting period.

5. Apply in person or online (see below). Your marriage license will expire 33 days from the date of application. Do not apply if your ceremony will be held more than 34 days from today.

Links to Apply for Marriage License by County: