How much does a marriage license cost in Alabama?

In Alabama the marriage license fee is $74 (state filing fee).

Is there a waiting period for a marriage license in Alabama?

No — Alabama has no waiting period. The license can be used the same day it's issued.

A Alabama marriage license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.

Yes — many Alabama counties accept online applications, though final issuance typically requires an in-person visit.

Yes — Alabama requires None (no ceremony required since 2019) witness(es) to sign the marriage license at the ceremony.

Marriage license · Alabama

Everything Alabama couples need — fee, waiting period, ID requirements, where to apply and how long the license stays valid.

License fee	$74 (state filing fee)
Waiting period	None
License valid for	30 days
Minimum age	18 (16 with parental consent)
ID required	Government-issued photo ID
Blood test	No
Witnesses	None (no ceremony required since 2019)
Apply online	Yes (varies by county)
Where to apply	Any Probate Judge office, or online via Alabama Marriage Certificate Form

Decide where to apply. In Alabama, you apply at any probate judge office, or online via alabama marriage certificate form.
Gather your documents. Bring government-issued photo id for both partners.
Apply online or in person. Most Alabama offices charge $74 (state filing fee) per license.
Wait the required none. There's no waiting period — you can use the license the same day.
Use the license within 30 days. After it expires you'll need to apply (and pay) again.
Have it signed. None (no ceremony required since 2019) witness(es) must sign at the ceremony.
Return the signed license. Your officiant files it with the issuing office; you'll receive a certified marriage certificate within a few weeks.

Since 2019 Alabama no longer issues marriage licenses — couples file a Marriage Certificate Form themselves, no officiant or ceremony required.

How much does a marriage license cost in Alabama?: In Alabama the marriage license fee is $74 (state filing fee).
Is there a waiting period for a marriage license in Alabama?: No — Alabama has no waiting period. The license can be used the same day it's issued.
How long is a Alabama marriage license valid?: A Alabama marriage license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
Can you apply for a marriage license online in Alabama?: Yes — many Alabama counties accept online applications, though final issuance typically requires an in-person visit.
Do you need witnesses to get married in Alabama?: Yes — Alabama requires None (no ceremony required since 2019) witness(es) to sign the marriage license at the ceremony.

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