What do we need to bring with us?
One of the following forms of I.D. at the time of application:

• valid driver’s license (with correct address)
• current state issued I.D card
• birth certificate
• passport
• Military I.D.

What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $18.00 for in-state residents and $60.00 for out-of-state residents. Personal checks are not accepted.

What are the residency requirements for Indiana?
If both partners are residents you may obtain your license from a Town Clerk of your residence. If only one of you is a resident go to the Town Clerk of that resident. In either circumstance, your license will be valid statewide. If neither partner are residents you must apply for your license in the county where the marriage will take place.

Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?
No, you will receive your license immediately.

Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.

What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.

What if one or both of us is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, parents or legal guardians must be present. If a parent can not be present, due to death, separation, divorce or other circumstances, proper evidence must be presented for verification. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you cannot marry without a court order.

Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required, although women under the age of 50 must provide a completed State of Indiana Premarital Examination Certificate obtained from a health clinic.

How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 60 days from the date it is issued.

What if one or both partners have been divorced or have had a spouse die?
If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided. If the divorce or spouse's death had taken place within the last 2 years, some counties require you to bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate.

What's the process of legally changing my last name after marriage?
Following your wedding ceremony, you will receive a marriage certificate, which is a piece of paper proving that you are legally married. This certificate will serve as evidence of your marriage, which you'll need when you begin the process of notifying several government agencies about your name change, as well as any non-government institutions that you do business with (ie, banks, employers, credit cards, memberships, etc).

You can obtain a legal name change kit that you can use and complete before or after your marriage takes place. Completing all the necessary name change documentation prior to your wedding can be considerably convenient. Ask the county clerk for more information.