Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Marriage license in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Lancaster County issues marriage licenses through the Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court at the Lancaster office, under Pennsylvania law (23 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§ 1101 et seq.).

Lancaster County marriage license requirements

County seat
Lancaster
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 Lancaster County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.dauphincounty.gov.

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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Lancaster County Clerk.