Oakland County, Michigan
Marriage license in Oakland County, Michigan
Oakland County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk (county of residence; non-residents apply in county of ceremony) at the Pontiac office, under Michigan law (Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 551.1 et seq.).
Oakland County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Pontiac
- Issued by
- County Clerk (county of residence; non-residents apply in county of ceremony)
- License fee
- $20–$30
- Waiting period
- 3 days
- Validity
- 33 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 551.1 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Oakland County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.macombgov.org.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Oakland County Clerk.