There is a new law concerning marriage licenses in Texas so I thought I would share "How to get a marriage license 101". I've also included how HB 2685 (the new Texas Marriage License Law) will affect you, effective September 1, 2008 ("How to get a marriage license 201").
1. You must first go to your county clerk's office to file for a marriage license. In Travis County (Austin area), you will need to go the the county clerk's office at 5100 Airport Blvd. They are open Mon - Fri 8 AM - 5 PM. You will need to bring the following:
****Remember there is a 72 hour waiting period for a marriage license to take effect****
- $71 in cash or $74 with a credit card (Checks are not accepted)
- Bride and Groom's state identification card (a driver's license will work)
- You will need to know both of your social security numbers
- If you have been divorced:
- and your divorce was final within the last 30 days: you must bring a certified copy of your divorce decree which states the thirty day waiting period has been waived.
- and you wish to use your maiden name on the license, you will need to provide a certified copy of her birth certificate or a certified copy of her divorce decree that states her name is to be changed to her maiden name.
- Classes offered through the state will be provided free of charge
- You may take classes through your own minister, but he or she must be registered
- Contact Patricia Polega to locate regional intermediaries in Travis County and to find out if classes from your minister will allow you to qualify for the discounted marriage license fee
8305 Cross Park Drive
Austin, TX 78754
512-454-4611
patricia.polega@lsss.org
- Click here for a full list of intermediaries to contact throughout the state by region
**Note - please remember this is only a guideline. Contact your local county clerk's office for the most up-to-date information. Travis County Clerk's office phone number is: (512) 854-4996
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