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1. Where do I apply for my marriage license?

For information about where to apply for a marriage license visit our Where to Apply for a Marriage License page .

2. Who can perform a wedding ceremony?

According to Indiana Code, there is a variety of persons who can perform a marriage ceremony.

Members of the clergy; including a priest, minister, bishop, rabbi, imam, etc., may perform marriages. In addition, a magistrate, judge, clerk or deputy clerk of the Circuit Court or a clerk or clerk-treasurer of a city or town may perform a wedding ceremony.

For more information see IC 31-11-6-1.

3. What fees do I have to pay to get married?

At the time of initial application, there is a one-time fee that is due.

- Resident - The fee is $18 if at least one applicant is a resident of Miami County.

- Non-Resident - The fee is $60 if neither applicant is a Miami County resident.

We will accept payments of cash or money orders only; we do not accept personal checks for the marriage license application fees.

4. What identification should I bring in?

Applicants under the age of 18 must have the consent of their parents or guardians and one of these forms of identification.

Applicants who are ages 18 or older must provide one of these forms of identification at the time of license application:

- A valid driver's license

- Current state-issued identification card

- Original certified birth certificate

- Military identification

- Passport

5. Is a blood test required before I can get married?

Since 2005, Miami County, Indiana does not require the prospective bride to provide a blood test at the time of the marriage application.

6. What are the age requirements to marry in Indiana?

Males must be 18 years of age or older in order to marry in the state of Indiana. Female applicants under the age of 18 must have the consent of their parents or guardian.

Additionally, female applicants ages 15 and 16 must have a court order before they apply for a marriage application.

7. What is the legal waiting period to get my marriage license?

Marriage licenses can be issued on the same day of application. For more information visit our Legal Waiting Period to Get a Marriage License page .

8. Where can I get a certified copy of my marriage certificate?

Notice: Only licenses issued in Miami County, Indiana are available. For information about where to get a certified copy of a marriage certificate visit our Get a Certified Copy of a Marriage Certificate page .

9. I have been married previously, do I need to do anything different?

Please visit our What to do if You've Been Married Previously page .