Indiana Marriage License Requirements | Courthouse Wedding Guide
Planning a courthouse wedding or civil ceremony in Indiana? This is your complete, verified guide to marriage license requirements — fees, waiting periods, witnesses, age requirements, and everything else you need to know to get legally married in Indiana.
Marriage License Requirements in Indiana (2025)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| License Fee | $18 for Indiana residents; $60 for non-residents |
| Waiting Period | None |
| License Validity | 60 days |
| Where to Apply | County Clerk's office — apply in the county where either party lives; non-residents apply in the county where the ceremony will take place |
| Documents Required | Valid driver's license or state ID (required for proof of residency and identity); Social Security number |
| Residency Required | Partial — residents must apply in their home county; non-residents in county of ceremony |
| Minimum Age (No Consent) | 18 |
| Minimum Age (With Parental Consent) | 17 with both parents' consent; 15–16 requires Circuit Court petition ($124 filing fee, non-refundable) |
| Witnesses Required | Not required |
| Ceremony Cost (Estimate) | Varies by officiant |
What You Need to Know About Getting Married in Indiana
Significant fee difference for out-of-state couples ($60 vs $18). Residency rules affect where you apply. License is valid throughout the state.
Step-by-Step: How to Get Your Indiana Marriage License
- Gather your documents — Valid driver's license or state ID (required for proof of residency and identity); Social Security number. If previously married, bring your divorce decree or death certificate.
- Visit County Clerk's office — apply in the county where either party lives; non-residents apply in the county where the ceremony will take place — both parties must appear in person unless stated otherwise.
- Pay the fee — $18 for Indiana residents; $60 for non-residents. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods (cash, card, money order).
- Observe the waiting period — None. Plan your application date accordingly.
- Use your license within the validity window — 60 days.
- Return the signed license — after your ceremony, your officiant (or you, if self-solemnizing) must return the completed license to the issuing office.
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Source: Indiana official vital records / court authority. Requirements verified May 2026. Always confirm current requirements directly with your local clerk's office before your visit, as fees and rules are subject to change.