Washington County, District of Columbia
Marriage license in Washington County, District of Columbia
Washington County issues marriage licenses through the DC Superior Court Marriage Bureau at the Washington office, under District of Columbia law (D.C. Code §§ 46-401 et seq.).
Washington County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Washington
- Issued by
- DC Superior Court Marriage Bureau
- License fee
- $45
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- No expiration
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- D.C. Code §§ 46-401 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Washington County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.dccourts.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Washington County Clerk.