Virginia marriage license guide
How to get a marriage license in Virginia
Virginia charges a flat $30 through any Clerk of the Circuit Court with no waiting period or residency requirement; the license is valid for 60 days but the ceremony must occur in Virginia. Witnesses are not statutorily required. Virginia does not recognize common-law marriage formed in-state.
Virginia marriage license at a glance
- Issued by
- Clerk of the Circuit Court
- License fee
- $30
- Waiting period
- None (issued same day)
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance
- Minimum age
- 18 (without parental consent)
- Witnesses required
- None
- ID requirement
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Blood test?
- No (not required in any US state)
- Common-law marriage?
- Not recognized
- Statute
- Va. Code Ann. §§ 20-13 et seq.
Source: www.fairfaxcounty.gov. Fees vary by county within Virginia — 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.