Chester County, Pennsylvania
Marriage license in Chester County, Pennsylvania
Chester County issues marriage licenses through the Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court at the West Chester office, under Pennsylvania law (23 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§ 1101 et seq.).
Chester County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- West Chester
- Issued by
- Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court
- License fee
- $40–$90
- Waiting period
- 3 days
- Validity
- 60 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- 23 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§ 1101 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Chester County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.dauphincounty.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Chester County Clerk.