Greensboro Marriage License Requirements

In all the excitement of planning for your wedding, don't forget to take care of the business details by finding out Triad marriage license requirements. A marriage ceremony can't take place unless a valid marriage license has been issued and you won't be able to apply for it after the ceremony.

Details may vary by county in the Triad, so it is best to check with your local county Register of Deeds office. A selection of local counties with their contact information is listed below. Many of the websites have helpful information along with a North Carolina marriage license worksheet you can complete in advance. Both applicants should appear at the Register of Deeds to get a marriage license. Both parties must be at least 18 years old to be legally married. If one or both of the applicants is under legal age, parental consent must be obtained (contact Register of Deeds for additional information). Be prepared to pay the $50 license fee.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

• Social Security Number (provide proof with a W-2 form, payroll stub or statement from the Social Security Office)
• Proper Identification (Drivers License)
• If 18-21 also bring your Certified Birth Certificate
• $50 license fee (often cash only)

There is no waiting period for a North Carolina marriage license, so you can get married immediately or wait up to 60 days. Be sure to check the hours of your local office and be aware of the cut off time to allow adequate time for marriage license processing.

You are responsible for delivering the license to the officiant. They will complete the bottom portion of both copies and return it to the Register of Deeds within 10 days. You may obtain proof of your marriage by completing a copy request form, which will cost $10. Find this form on your local Register of Deeds website.

Local Register of Deeds in the Triad

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