Jefferson County, Alabama
Marriage license in Jefferson County, Alabama
Jefferson County issues marriage licenses through the Probate Court (marriage certificate recording) at the Birmingham office, under Alabama law (Ala. Code §§ 30-1-1 et seq.; Act 2019-340).
Jefferson County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Birmingham
- Issued by
- Probate Court (marriage certificate recording)
- License fee
- $70–$105
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 30 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Ala. Code §§ 30-1-1 et seq.; Act 2019-340
Verify exact fees at the Jefferson County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: jeffcoprobatecourt.com.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Jefferson County Clerk.