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Frequently Asked questions

We spend a lot of time answering the many questions about marriage that get asked  by couples.

While the majority of these questions seem to be thpose covered in the list below, rather than prevent you from asking questions, we actively encourage you to still ask them.

The reason is that we can't know all that goes to make up your specific situation and that might change some detail of the answer we provide.

Two people - together.

See our contact page for how to ask your questions.

We don't mind answering them, no matter how simple or hard they may seem to you, they are important questions and need to be answered.



In plain and simple terms - What is the marriage process?

  1. A couple that want to be married in the State of Texas must both apply in person for a marriage license at a County Clerks office, complete the application and meet the requirements.
  2. Assuming that they both meet the requirements to qualify for the license, once the license is issued a short waiting period must elapse.
  3. The marriage ceremony itself then takes place.
  4. After the ceremony, we complete the appropriate parts of the license and then it needs to be returned to the County Clerks office that issued it for filling. Obviously, as many certified copies as you need can be made and sent onto you.

and that's it!

It really is that simple for the overwhelming majority of people.

IMPORTANT: September 2008 changes...

As of September 1 2008, the fee for a marriage license has increased to a maximum of $72.

We were told by our County Clerk's office in August 2008, (before the new law came into effect), that If the couple chooses to attend an eight hour long (yes, that's a full day) premarital class, there will be;

  • No waiting period on the marriage license (normally three days) and
  • The fee will only be $12, as opposed to new, raised rate of $72.

Please Note:  We cannot tell if you need to attend such a course or if the $60 saving is worth the full day that attending such a course will take of your time; Only you know the answer to this.

In any event, we recommend that you contact your County Clerks office to verify exactly what fees will apply and for a list of authorized pre-marital courses, if you so choose to submit to one.

 


Where do we get a Marriage License?


How long do I have to wait after the license is issued and the actual wedding ceremony?


What if we forget to bring our license to the ceremony?


Does my marriage have to occur in Texas- what if I want to get married while I'm on vacation in the Caribbean?


What if I am under the age of 18, can I still get married?


Can I get married if my divorce has just been finalized?


Can I marry my cousin?

    "The other applicant is not related to me as:
      (A) an ancestor or descendant, by blood or adoption;
      (B) a brother or sister, of the whole or half blood or by adoption;
      (C) a parent's brother or sister, of the whole or half blood or by adoption; or
      (D) a son or daughter of a brother or sister, of the whole or half blood or by adoption."


Can 'Same Sex' couples be issued a marriage license?


My girlfriend and I are currently living together. Are we considered married under "Common Law"?


Do I need to submit to a blood test?


IMPORTANT NOTE: While much of the data presented here has been taken from official State of Texas sources, it is for informational purposes only.

If there is any question whatsoever about your specific situation or circumstance, we recommend you contact both the County Clerks office where you live and if needed, obtain independent legal counsel.