Marriage License Information
Marriage Licenses may be applied for at the Probate Court up until 4:00PM daily. Both parties must be present to apply for a Marriage License. No appointment is necessary to apply for a marriage license. An appointment is necessary for a marriage ceremony that is being conducted at the probate court.
State law requires that there is a 24-hour waiting period after you apply for the license before you can receive your marriage license. §20-1-220
You do not have to be a resident of this state to apply for a marriage license, however, the ceremony must be performed in South Carolina by ministers of the Gospel, accepted Jewish Rabbis or officers authorized to administer oaths in South Carolina (Notary Public). §20-1-20
Parties must be over the age of sixteen (16) to apply for a marriage license and must have parental or guardian consent. § 20-1-100 & §20-1-250
Parties over the age of 18, should bring:
- Valid Photo ID (State Driver's License or ID, military ID, or a Passport)
- Proof of Social Security: Social Security Card, or other official document with full name and social security number.
Parties under the age of 18, should bring:
- A parent or guardian (must bring a valid Photo ID and proof of Social Security as well).
- Certified Copy or Original Birth Certificate
- Valid Photo ID (State Driver's License or ID, military ID, or a Passport)
- Proof of Social Security (Social Security Card, tax form, or any other official document with a full printed Social Security number and full printed name.
Fees are as follows:
Oconee County Residents: $50.00 Application Fee
South Carolina Residents: $75.00 Application Fee
Out of State Residents: $100.00 Application Fee.
*Payments for Applications are due at the time of filing for the marriage application. We accept cash, in state checks, money orders, and credit/debit card payments. There is a 4% upcharge at time of payment if using a credit/debit card.
A blood test is not required.
For additional information please call the probate court at 864-638-4275.
