Apply For A McKinney Marriage License
I would like to submit a marriage license application in McKinney, Texas. Where do I need to go?
In Texas, you can apply for a marriage license at any County Clerk’s office. For those in McKinney, the most convenient County Clerk’s office is probably the Collin County Clerk’s office, which is located in the Collin County Administration Building at 2300 Bloomdale Road, Suite 2104 in McKinney, Texas. If you are in McKinney, you can dial (972) 548-4185 to reach the County Clerk’s office. Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays.
The Collin County Clerk’s office has an official website that provides more information at McKinney Marriage License.
What are the legal requirements that I need to meet to apply for a marriage license in McKinney, Texas?
You need to appear in person at the County Clerk’s office with the person that you are marrying. To apply for a marriage license in McKinney without parental consent, you need to be at least 18 years old and unmarried. You need to show a valid form of government-issued identification such as a passport or a driver’s license at the Collin County Clerk’s office. You need to give your social security number or state that you do not have one. You do not need to have a blood test to apply for a marriage license in the state of Texas.
Are there special requirements for those that are under 18 years of age?
Yes. If you are under 18 years of age, you will need to show your birth certificate and your social security card. Also, a parent or guardian needs to be present to sign a written form of consent.
Are there special requirements for those that have been divorced?
Yes. If you or the person that you are marrying has been divorced, the divorce needs to be final for at least 30 days at the time that you submit your marriage license application.
How much do I need to pay to get a marriage license in McKinney, Texas?
You need to pay the marriage license fee of $71.00 to receive your marriage license in McKinney, Texas. The fee must be paid in cash. By completing the state certified marriage preparation class Twogether in Texas, you can become eligible for a reduced fee. To learn more, visit the Twogether in Texas website at McKinney Marriage License.
How long is the waiting period before my Collin County marriage license is valid?
The waiting period is 72 hours before your Collin County marriage license is valid. By completing the state certified marriage preparation class Twogether in Texas, you can have this waiting period waived. You can also have the waiting period waived if you or the person that you are marrying is active military or works for the United States Department of Defense.
How long is my McKinney marriage license valid after it is issued?
Your Collin County marriage license is valid for 30 days after it is issued. Your Collin County marriage license will be valid anywhere in Texas.
Who can I choose to perform my wedding ceremony in McKinney, Texas?
You may invite any authorized person to perform your wedding ceremony in McKinney, Texas. A full list of authorized persons is available online on the Collin County Clerk’s office official website: McKinney Marriage License. Rabbis, ministers, priests, judges, and justices of the peace are all among those that are authorized to officiate at wedding ceremonies in Texas.
Where do I need to go to order my marriage certificate in McKinney, Texas?
The Collin County Clerk’s office issues marriage certificates. Certified copies cost $7.00 each. To learn more, contact the Collin County Clerk’s office or visit the website at McKinney Marriage License
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