Apply For A Des Plaines Marriage License

How do we apply for a marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois?

You can apply for a marriage license by submitting an application at any of the six locations of the Cook County Clerk’s office. The closest office location to Des Plaines is the North suburbs office in Skokie. You can find the office at 5600 W. Old Orchard Road in Skokie, Illinois. If you want to call the office, dial (847) 470-7233. The office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and there are extended hours for marriage license services on Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. You can learn more about applying for a marriage license on the Cook County Clerk’s office website: Des Plaines Marriage License.

How do we qualify for a marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois?

You will qualify for a marriage license in Des Plaines if you are single, and at least 18 years of age. You cannot be close blood relatives. The only exception is if you are both over 50 years of age. At the Cook County Clerk’s office you need to present an accepted form of I.D. If either of you has been divorced in the last six months, you need to present a certified copy of the divorce decree.

What I.D. is accepted at the Cook County Clerk’s office?

You may present a valid government-issued photo I.D. such as a driver’s license or a passport. Other accepted forms of I.D. are outlined at  Des Plaines Marriage License.

Can we be issued a marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois if one of us is a minor?

Yes, but there will be some additional requirements. You must have parental consent to apply for a marriage license as a minor. Both of your parents must appear at the Cook County Clerk’s office and present valid I.D. You must present a certified copy of your birth certificate and another form of I.D. that shows your birth date.

How long is the waiting period before we can use our marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois?

You can use your marriage license starting the day after the license is issued by the Cook County Clerk’s office. Your marriage license will be valid for a period of 60 days anywhere in Cook County.

Do we need to have blood tests before we apply for a marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois?

No, you do not need to have blood tests to apply for a marriage license in Cook County.

How much should we expect to pay for our marriage license in Des Plaines, Illinois?

When you apply for a marriage license in Cook County, you should expect to pay $60.00 for the marriage license fee.

Can we invite whoever we want to perform our wedding ceremony in Des Plaines, Illinois? 

You can invite any authorized ordained clergy member of any religion or an active or retired judge to perform your wedding ceremony in Des Plaines, Illinois.  

How do we order a marriage certificate in Des Plaines, Illinois?

You can order your marriage certificate online, by phone, by mail, in person, or at a local Currency Exchange. The first certified copy of your marriage certificate costs $15.00 and each additional copy costs $4.00. You can learn more about how to apply for a marriage certificate online at Des Plaines Marriage License.

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