Legal Guide
Texas Marriage License Requirements
Everything you need to know about getting legally married in Texas - requirements, costs, and procedures
Reading time: 8 min • Updated for 2025
72 Hours
Waiting Period
90 Days
License Validity
$60-$80
License Fee
18+
Minimum Age
Legal Requirements
Basic requirements to obtain a marriage license in Texas
Age Requirements
18 years or older
No parental consent required
16-17 years old
Requires parental consent and court order
Under 16 years old
Requires court order and special circumstances
Waiting Period & Validity
72-hour waiting period
Must wait 72 hours after issuance before ceremony
90-day validity
License expires 90 days after issuance
No blood test required
Texas does not require blood tests
Required Documents
Documents you'll need to bring when applying for your marriage license
| Document | Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Government-Issued Photo ID Driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID | Required | Must be current and valid |
Social Security Number Social Security card or W-2 form | Required | Card itself not required, just the number |
Divorce Decree If previously married and divorced | If Applicable | Must be certified copy with raised seal |
Death Certificate If previously married and widowed | If Applicable | Must be certified copy |
Major County Clerk Offices
Contact information for major Texas county clerk offices
Harris County (Houston)
1001 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 755-6411
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Fee: $70
Required
Dallas County
509 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 653-7099
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $70
Recommended
Tarrant County (Fort Worth)
100 N Lamar St, Fort Worth, TX 76196
(817) 884-1195
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $70
Walk-ins accepted
Bexar County (San Antonio)
100 Dolorosa St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 335-2221
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $70
Required
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