View Elected Officials Who Perform Marriage Ceremonies  How to Apply Both parties of the marriage must apply in person.  One party member must be a resident of Montgomery County.  The license can be used anywhere in the State of Ohio.  If neither of the applicants reside in the State of Ohio, the Court will issue a license only if the marriage ceremony is to take place in Montgomery County.  The minimum age for applying for a license in Ohio without parental consent is eighteen (18) years of age.  No blood tests or physical examinations are required in Montgomery County.

Cost - Requirements

$40.00 cash only. Applicants must have ONE of the following photo identifications:  (1) A valid driver's license (2) A state ID. or (3) Immigration and Naturalization Service (I.N.S.) Visa. If either applicant has had a previous marriage, a certified copy of the final decree of the last divorce is required.

Solemnizing the Marriage

Only a duly ordained minister who is registered with the State of Ohio, a Municipal Judge, County Court Judge, or a Mayor may solemnize a marriage.  Any judges from Common Pleas Court, other than the Probate Judge, must receive permission from the Supreme Court to solemnize a marriage. To register with the Secretary of State please call (614)466-2585.  Search online for registered ministers in Ohio. The marriage certificate is valid for 60 days.  If you are not married within 60 days, then you will have to re-apply.  Your fee is not refundable or transferable.

Certified Copies

Certified copies of marriage records are $2.00 each, cash or money order only.  If requesting a copy of a marriage record by mail, please include your name, date of marriage, a self-addressed, stamped return envelope along with a certified check or money order for $2.00 for each copy requested.