Montana marriage license guide
How to get a marriage license in Montana
Montana charges a flat $53 through the Clerk of the District Court with no waiting period; the license is valid for 180 days. Two witnesses are required at the ceremony. Montana fully recognizes common-law marriage between adults who cohabit, intend marriage, and hold themselves out as spouses publicly.
Montana marriage license at a glance
- Issued by
- Clerk of the District Court
- License fee
- $53
- Waiting period
- None (issued same day)
- Validity
- 180 days from issuance
- Minimum age
- 18 (without parental consent)
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID requirement
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Blood test?
- No (not required in any US state)
- Common-law marriage?
- Recognized
- Statute
- Mont. Code Ann. §§ 40-1-101 et seq.
Source: www.yellowstonecountymt.gov. Fees vary by county within Montana — check with the local clerk before applying.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with your local county clerk before applying.