Nebraska marriage license guide
How to get a marriage license in Nebraska
Nebraska is one of only a handful of states where the age of majority (and therefore minimum marriage age without parental consent) is 19, not 18. The $25 license has no waiting period and is valid for one full year statewide. Two witnesses are required. Nebraska abolished common-law marriage in 1923.
Nebraska marriage license at a glance
- Issued by
- County Clerk
- License fee
- $25–$34
- Waiting period
- None (issued same day)
- Validity
- 365 days from issuance
- Minimum age
- 19 (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?
- Not recognized
- Statute
- Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 42-101 et seq.
Source: www.lancaster.ne.gov. Fees vary by county within Nebraska — 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.