Marriage license · Oklahoma
Oklahoma marriage license: cost, where to apply, and when
Issued by the court clerk. Only ten days to use it, the shortest in the country. Apply the week of the wedding.
When to apply, for your date
The license lasts 10 days and there is no wait, so apply any time in the 10 days before the wedding, including the day itself. Enter your date and we will do the arithmetic.
The course discount
A premarital counseling certificate drops the fee to about $5. Ask the office which providers count before you sign up; the certificate has to come from a registered provider and be dated within a year of applying.
Where to apply
The offices that serve the Oklahoma cities Lazo covers. Both of you go, with government photo ID; check the office's own page for hours, appointments and what to bring.
What to bring
Both of you, in person, with government photo ID such as a driver's license or passport. Know your parents' full names and birthplaces, which most applications ask. If either of you was married before, know the date and how it ended; some offices ask for the decree. Bring the fee; not every office takes cards.
Oklahoma marriage license FAQ
How much does a marriage license cost in Oklahoma?
About $50, paid to the court clerk. A premarital counseling certificate drops the fee to about $5. Fees change and differ by county; confirm with the office.
Where do you get a marriage license in Oklahoma?
From the court clerk. Only ten days to use it, the shortest in the country. Apply the week of the wedding.
Is there a waiting period in Oklahoma?
No waiting period. You can marry the day the license is issued.
How long is a Oklahoma marriage license valid?
Valid 10 days. Apply within 10 days of the wedding, after any waiting period.
Do you need witnesses in Oklahoma?
No. Only the officiant signs.
Fees and rules are as published by the issuing offices for 2025 to 2026 and change without notice. This page is a planning aid, not legal advice; the office's own page is the last word. Planning a wedding in Oklahoma City, Tulsa? Every vendor there is ranked by verified reviews, and your free wedding website is a click away. Every state.