Frequently Asked Questions
Marriage License Information
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Marriage License Information
In order to obtain a marriage license, both parties must be present proof of identity and age. Examples include:
- Military I.D.
- Passport
- State-issued driver’s license
- State-issued I.D.
- Visa
A certified copy of a birth certificate may be used along with one other form of I.D. Please note that the I.D. presented will be the name used on the Marriage License.
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Marriage License Information
Effective September 1, 2017, pursuant to SB Number 1705 Texas Family Code Section 23 was amended. A person under 18 years of age may not marry unless the person has been granted by this state or another state a court order removing the disabilities of minority of the applicant for general purpose.
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Marriage License Information
There is a 72 hour waiting period before the license can be used after it is issued. The 72 hour waiting period can be waived if you:
- Are active military duty
- Have attended and received a certificate from the State of Texas marriage education course Twogether in Texas
- Obtain a waiver from the district or county judge
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Marriage License Information
The Marriage License if good for 89 days after issuance.
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Marriage License Information
The fee for a Formal Marriage License in Wise County is $87 and the cost for an Informal Marriage License (Common Law) is $52. Marriage licenses are payable by cash, or card with a 3.25% service fee.
State Marital Education Course
If you have completed the state marital education course Twogether in Texas then $60 will be deducted from the fee of a formal marriage license. You must bring the certificate from the education course with you when you obtain the license to have the $60 deducted.