Dec 3, 2014

  NOTICE:  Applicants are required to maintain 6 foot distancing by staying at the marks on the floor unless requested to move forward by the clerk. You and the person you are marrying must bring all necessary information to the Summit County Probate Court. In order to process your application and issue a license, it is advised that you be at the Court no later than 3:30 p.m.   In Ohio, the Probate Court issues marriage licenses. Once the license is issued, it is valid for 60 days. If 60 days pass without getting married, the marriage license expires and you must reapply for a new license. When applying for a license, both applicants must appear at the Court.  The court will not issue a license to anyone who appears under the influence of drugs or alcohol. To view a video on the Marriage Application process, please click on: Marriage Video TO OBTAIN A MARRIAGE LICENSE: Have your credit card available when you apply. Complete the Marriage Application using the eMarriage License Application portal and review all the information for accuracy. Once you have completed and paid the application fee, you will receive a confirmation email and a separate email with a receipt. The marriage license fee is $64.00, which includes 2 certified copies of your Marriage abstract for your convenience. (There will be a 5% credit card processing fee) You will have 30 days from the time of your application to come into the Court for issuance. The application fee is non-refundable and you must reapply and pay the fee if you do not obtain your license within the thirty days. Both applicants MUST come to the Court during regular business hours to complete the process.   Residency Requirements: If you plan to get married in Ohio, you must have an Ohio marriage license. Apply for your license in the County where either of you live. If you live outside Ohio, but plan to get married in Ohio, apply for a license in the County where the ceremony will take place. If you apply here, but your identification shows residency in another county, the Court requires proof of Summit County residency (Utility Bill,...