You choose the best Wedding Officiant. Ask a Lawyer Online Now! Both parties must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a marriage license in Ohio without parental consent. If either or both parties are physically incapacitated, their physician must complete an affidavit stating the physical disability, and this affidavit shall be filed with the application for the marriage license.
If you are not a resident of Ohio, but are getting married in Ohio, you must obtain your license in the county where the ceremony will take place. If you are a resident of Ohio, you must apply for your marriage license in the county in which one or the other of you lives. To get married in Ohio, apply for a marriage license at a probate court. Residency matters. Who do I go see?
Either the deputy clerk or probate court judge will help you. Residency Which county should I apply in? Do you live in Ohio? Apply in your county of residence. Or your to-be-spouse's county of residence. Are you both nonresidents? If neither applicant lives in Ohio, apply in the county where the ceremony will take place. Do I have to be an American citizen to marry in Ohio?
You do not have to be a U. But bring your passport and visa. Do I have to prove residency? If your ID does not show your address, bring something that does, such as a utility bill. Costs What's the marriage license fee?
It varies by county. What if I have trouble paying the fee? Can I get my money back if I don't get married? You will not get a refund for an unused or expired marriage license. How much is a certified copy of my marriage certificate? Usage Where can I use my marriage license? If either of you live in Ohio, you're free to marry anywhere in the state. Do both of you live out-of-state? Can I use a marriage license from another state in Ohio?
Ohio will not honor a marriage license from another state or country. Application What do I have to fill out? The Ohio marriage license application will ask you the following under oath or affirmation: Name First, middle, last, suffix Age and date of birth Place of birth Occupation Residence Address and county Phone number Social security number Redacted in public records Obtained for child support services Parents Father's name Mother's full maiden name Children List per marriage Minors only Names Ages Widow history Total Spouse's name Date and place of death Divorce history Total Ex's name Date ended Court address Court case number Expected officiant Name Title Address Phone number Church or organization address Is my social security number kept safe?
Your social security number will not show up on the marriage license or public court records. How long will it take to complete my application? Attendance What if I can't apply in person?
Are you sick? What about the physician? The physician must be legit, practicing, and living in the same county as the probate court. Can we both apply by affidavit? Only one of you may apply by affidavit. Pick up an absentee form in court. Age Requirements How old must I be to marry? Aged 18 and over? If you're 18 years old or older, you may marry any adult of legal age. Aged 17? Aged 16 and under? If you're 16 years old or younger, you cannot marry in Ohio.
What are the rules for underage marriage? Is parental consent needed? Parental consent to marry is not a must, but the juvenile court will still consult with them.
Will I have to undergo counseling? The court may demand marriage counseling take place before marriage. How does the court approve or deny a case? Premarital Education Does Ohio have a premarital education program? Waiting Period When do I get my marriage license?
Are you 18 years old or older? Are you 17 years old? When can I use my marriage license once issued? You may use your marriage license the same day you receive it. Expiration How long will my marriage license last? Your marriage license will expire 60 days after issuance. Identification What ID must I show? Should I bring my birth certificate? If you lack photo ID, bring your birth certificate and social security card.
Should I bring my social security card? Blood Test Is a blood test mandatory? Ohio repealed the need to get a premarital blood test for syphilis in Divorced Do I have to prove that I'm divorced?
How soon can I get married after divorce? You may remarry without delay as long as you are unmarried. Widowed Do I have to prove that I'm widowed? How soon can I remarry after a spouse's death? You do not have to wait to remarry following the death of a spouse. Name Change How do I change my name? Use a certified copy of your marriage certificate to change your name. Do I have to change my name? Name change after marriage is optional.
Do I choose a new name when I apply? What are the available name change options? When can I start the paperwork? Witnesses Are witnesses required? You do not need to bring witnesses to your marriage ceremony. The Ceremony Who can perform our marriage? A judge, mayor, or licensed or ordained minister may solemnize your marriage.
Do we really have to have an officiant? You cannot officiate your own marriage. You must have a third-party to mediate. Does my officiant have to get registered in Ohio? License Return When does my marriage license go back? Marriage Certificate How do I get a copy of my marriage certificate? What's the difference between a marriage abstract and certificate? In Ohio, a marriage abstract and marriage certificate is the same.
Proxy Marriage Can I get married using a stand-in? You cannot marry by proxy, phone, or video. You must be at your ceremony. Non-residents must apply in the county where they plan to marry. You will have to meet certain requirements, provide photo identification, and pay a fee. Once you have received the marriage license, you must perform a marriage ceremony while the license is still valid. Your officiant will complete the marriage license and submit it to the proper government office.
You will need to visit the County Probate Court Office to apply for a marriage license. You must apply in the county where you reside or plan to marry. Both members of the couple must show proof of age, provide photo identification and pay a fee.
Some counties require a cash payment to apply for a license. You must reach the minimum age of 16 to get married in Ohio.
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