Arkansas marriage license guide
How to get a marriage license in Arkansas
Arkansas has no waiting period for adults and the license is valid for 60 days statewide. The flat fee is $60 payable by cash or card at any County Clerk's office. The signed license must be returned to the issuing County Clerk within 60 days or a $100 penalty applies. Two witnesses are required at the ceremony. Arkansas does not recognize common-law marriages formed within the state.
Arkansas marriage license at a glance
- Issued by
- County Clerk
- License fee
- $60
- Waiting period
- None (issued same day)
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance
- Minimum age
- 18 (without parental consent)
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID requirement
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Blood test?
- No (not required in any US state)
- Common-law marriage?
- Not recognized
- Statute
- Ark. Code Ann. §§ 9-11-101 et seq.
Source: pulaskiclerkar.gov. Fees vary by county within Arkansas — check with the local clerk before applying.
Arkansas counties — where to apply
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with your local county clerk before applying.