Howard County, Maryland
Marriage license in Howard County, Maryland
Howard County issues marriage licenses through the Clerk of the Circuit Court (county where wedding occurs) at the Ellicott City office, under Maryland law (Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law §§ 2-101 et seq.).
Howard County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Ellicott City
- Issued by
- Clerk of the Circuit Court (county where wedding occurs)
- License fee
- $35–$85
- Waiting period
- 2 days
- Validity
- 180 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law §§ 2-101 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Howard County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.mdcourts.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Howard County Clerk.