Harris County, Texas
Marriage license in Harris County, Texas
Harris County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk at the Houston office, under Texas law (Tex. Fam. Code §§ 2.001 et seq.).
Harris County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Houston
- Issued by
- County Clerk
- License fee
- $25–$85
- Waiting period
- 3 days
- Validity
- 90 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Tex. Fam. Code §§ 2.001 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Harris County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: statutes.capitol.texas.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Harris County Clerk.