New Castle County, Delaware
Marriage license in New Castle County, Delaware
New Castle County issues marriage licenses through the Clerk of the Peace at the Wilmington office, under Delaware law (Del. Code Ann. tit. 13, §§ 101 et seq.).
New Castle County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Wilmington
- Issued by
- Clerk of the Peace
- License fee
- $50–$120
- Waiting period
- 1 day
- Validity
- 30 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Del. Code Ann. tit. 13, §§ 101 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the New Castle County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.newcastlede.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the New Castle County Clerk.