Jackson County, Missouri
Marriage license in Jackson County, Missouri
Jackson County issues marriage licenses through the Recorder of Deeds at the Kansas City office, under Missouri law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 451.010 et seq.).
Jackson County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Kansas City
- Issued by
- Recorder of Deeds
- License fee
- $50–$51
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 30 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 451.010 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Jackson County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.stlouis-mo.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Jackson County Clerk.