Jefferson County, Kentucky
Marriage license in Jefferson County, Kentucky
Jefferson County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk at the Louisville office, under Kentucky law (Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 402.005 et seq.).
Jefferson County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Louisville
- Issued by
- County Clerk
- License fee
- $35–$60
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 30 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 402.005 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Jefferson County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: franklincountyclerk.ky.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Jefferson County Clerk.