Indiana Marriage License Requirements
In Indiana, an applicant for a marriage license must provide a government-issued photo ID, proof of age, and a Social Security number. The minimum age to marry is 18 without consent. Individuals age 17 may marry with both parental consent and approval from the juvenile court; those under 17 are not permitted to marry. No blood test is required as part of the application process, and no witnesses are required to obtain the license.
Residency requirements are minimal: Indiana residents may apply in the county where they reside, while non-residents may apply in the county where the ceremony will take place. Marriage license applications can be completed online through Indiana courts. Fees vary depending on county of issuance and residency status, with costs collected at the statutory rate. Applicants should confirm all requirements and current fees directly with the county clerk's office in the county where the license will be issued, as well as consult the state's official statutes for complete and binding information.
| Requirement | Indiana |
|---|---|
| License fee | $18 (IN residents) / $60 (non-residents) — county-collected |
| Fee set by | County (varies by county) |
| Waiting period | none |
| License validity | 60 days |
| ID required | government photo ID; proof of age; SSN |
| Residency required | no (apply in the IN county where a resident lives, or where the ceremony occurs for non-residents) |
| Minimum age | 18 without consent; 17 with parental consent AND juvenile-court approval; under 17 not permitted |
| Blood test | no |
| Witnesses | no witnesses required |
| Online option | online application via the IN courts portal (mycourts); finalized at the Clerk |
| Where to apply | Circuit/Superior Court Clerk (county-administered) |
| Governing law | Set by state statute — refer to your state’s official statutes and the issuing County Clerk for the governing rule |
Confirm locally. Requirements come from public-record state law and can change. Verify with the issuing county clerk or state .gov. Informational only — not legal advice.
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