Tennessee Marriage Laws
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Tennessee Marriage License Information, Laws and Requirements
In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any TN county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court.
This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.
1) Cost of License
- What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $98.50 dollars. Couples who complete a four hour marriage counseling course by a qualified counselor or minister will be charged $38.50. If either the county or counselor does not approve the session you must pay the full price.
2) Residency Requirements
- What are the residency requirements for Tennessee?
None, you do not have to be a previous or current resident of Tennessee to obtain a marriage license that is valid statewide.
3) Waiting Period
- Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?
No, you will receive your license immediately.
- Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.
4) Age Requirement
- What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.
- What if one or both of us is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, parents or legal guardians must be present. If a parent can not be present, due to death, separation, divorce or other circumstances, proper evidence must be presented for verification. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you can not marry without a court order.
5) Blood Tests and Physical Exams
- Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required.
6) License Expires
- How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 30 days from the date it is issued.
7) Divorced and Widowed Applicants
- What if one or both partners have been divorced or have had a spouse die?
If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate.
8) Obtain Vital Records
- Where can I obtain a certified copy of a marriage, divorce, or death certificate?
Contact you local County Clerk.
9) Miscellaneous Questions
- Are common law marriages legal?
No, common-law marriages are not allowed.
- Are same sex marriages legal?
No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.
County Clerk Phone Number List:
JC/DV Productions obtained this information freely on the internet.
While you are at our site, check out our video clips on our home page and our services.
Use this only as a resource and consult with your local County Clerk.
Hint: Use "CTRL+ F" key sequence to search for your county office below.
Tennessee Marriage License Information, Laws and Requirements
In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any TN county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court.
This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.
1) Cost of License
- What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $98.50 dollars. Couples who complete a four hour marriage counseling course by a qualified counselor or minister will be charged $38.50. If either the county or counselor does not approve the session you must pay the full price.
2) Residency Requirements
- What are the residency requirements for Tennessee?
None, you do not have to be a previous or current resident of Tennessee to obtain a marriage license that is valid statewide.
3) Waiting Period
- Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?
No, you will receive your license immediately.
- Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.
4) Age Requirement
- What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.
- What if one or both of us is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, parents or legal guardians must be present. If a parent can not be present, due to death, separation, divorce or other circumstances, proper evidence must be presented for verification. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you can not marry without a court order.
5) Blood Tests and Physical Exams
- Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required.
6) License Expires
- How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 30 days from the date it is issued.
7) Divorced and Widowed Applicants
- What if one or both partners have been divorced or have had a spouse die?
If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate.
8) Obtain Vital Records
- Where can I obtain a certified copy of a marriage, divorce, or death certificate?
Contact you local County Clerk.
9) Miscellaneous Questions
- Are common law marriages legal?
No, common-law marriages are not allowed.
- Are same sex marriages legal?
No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.
County Clerk Phone Number List:
| Anderson Clinton, TN 423-457-5400 |
Bedford Shelbyville, TN 931-684-1921 |
Benton Camden, TN 901-584-6053 |
Bledsoe Pikeville, TN 423-447-2137 |
Blount Maryville, TN 423-982-4391 |
Bradley Cleveland, TN 423-476-0520 |
| Campbell Jacksboro, TN 423-562-3496 |
Cannon Woodbury, TN 615-563-4278 |
Carroll Huntingdon, TN 901-986-1960 |
Carter Elizabethton, TN 423-542-1814 |
Cheatham Ashland City, TN 615-792-5179 |
Chester Tennessee, TN 901-989-2233 |
| Claiborne Tazewell, TN 423-626-3283 |
Clay Celina, TN 931-243-2249 |
Cocke Newport, TN 423-623-6176 |
Coffee Manchester, TN 931-723-5106 |
Crockett Alamo, TN 901-696-5452 |
Cumberland Crossville, TN 931-484-6442 |
| Davidson Nashville, TN 615-862-5219 |
De Kalb Smithville, TN 615-597-5177 |
Decatur Decaturville, TN 901-852-3417 |
Dickson Charlotte, TN 615-789-4171 |
Dyer Dyersburg, TN 901-286-7814 |
Fayette Somerville, TN 901-465-5213 |
| Franklin Winchester, TN 931-967-2541 |
Gibson Trenton, TN 901-855-7642 |
Giles Pulaski, TN 931-363-1509 |
Grainger Rutledge, TN 423-828-3511 |
Greene Greenville, TN 423-638-4841 |
Grundy Altamont, TN 931-692-3622 |
| Hamblen Morristown, TN 423-586-1993 |
Hamilton Chattanooga, TN 423-209-6500 |
Harderman Tennessee, TN 901-658-3541 |
Hardin Savannah, TN 901-925-3583 |
Hawkins Rogersville, TN 423-272-7002 |
Haywood Brownsville, TN 901-772-2362 |
| Henderson Lexington, TN 901-968-2856 |
Henry Paris, TN 901-642-2412 |
Hickman Centerville, TN 931-729-2621 |
Houston Erin, TN 931-289-3141 |
Humphreys Waverly, TN 931-296-7671 |
Jefferson Danridge, TN 423-397-2935 |
| Knox Knoxville, TN 423-215-2392 |
Lake Tipponville, TN 901-253-7462 |
Lauderdale Ripley, TN 901-635-2561 |
Lawrence Lawrenceburg, TN 931-766-4176 |
Lewis Hohenwald, TN 931-796-2200 |
Lincoln Fayetteville, TN 931-433-2454 |
| Loudon Loudon, TN 423-458-3314 |
Macon Lafayette, TN 615-666-2333 |
Madison Jackson, TN 901-423-6022 |
Marion Jasper, TN 423-942-2515 |
Marshall Lewisburg, TN 931-359-1072 |
Maury Columbia, TN 931-381-3690 |
| McMinn Athens, TN 423-745-4440 |
McNairy Selmer, TN 901-645-3511 |
Monroe Madisonville, TN 423-442-2220 |
Montgomery Clarksville, TN 931-648-5712 |
Moore Lynchburg, TN 931-759-7346 |
Obion Union City, TN 901-885-3831 |
| Overton Livingston, TN 931-823-2631 |
Perry Linden, TN 931-589-2219 |
Polk Benton, TN 423-338-4526 |
Putnam Cookeville, TN 931-526-7106 |
Rhea Dayton, TN 423-775-7808 |
Roane Kingston, TN 423-376-5556 |
| Robertson Springfield, TN 615-384-5895 |
Rutherford Murfreesboro, TN 615-898-7800 |
Scott Huntsville, TN 423-663-2588 |
Sequatchie Dunlap, TN 423-949-2522 |
Sevier Sevierville, TN 423-453-5502 |
Shelby Memphis, TN 901-576-4366 |
| Smith Carthage, TN 615-735-9833 |
Stewart Dover, TN 931-232-7616 |
Sullivan Blountville, TN 423-323-6428 |
Sullivan Bristol, TN 423-989-4366 |
Sumner Gallatin, TN 615-452-4063 |
Tipton Covington, TN 901-476-0207 |
| Tousdale Hartsville, TN 615-374-2906 |
Unicoi Erwin, TN 423-743-3381 |
Warren McMinnville, TN 931-473-2623 |
Washington Jonesborough, TN 423-753-1621 |
Wayne Waynesboro, TN 931-722-5544 |
Weakley Dresden, TN 901-364-2285 |
| Williamson Franklin, TN 615-790-5712 |
Wilson Lebanon, TN 615-444-0314 |