Apply For A St. Charles Marriage License

I want to get married in St. Charles, Missouri. Where do I apply for a marriage license?

You can apply for a marriage license at the office of the St. Charles County Recorder of Deeds. The office of the Recorder of Deeds is in Suite 338 in the St. Charles County Administration Building at 201 North Second Street, St. Charles, Missouri. You can contact the office by calling (636) 949-7506. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but you should arrive by 4:00 p.m. so that your application can be processed before closing time. You can read about the marriage license application process on the official St. Charles County website at St. Charles Marriage License.

Do I qualify for a marriage license in St. Charles, Missouri?  

You do not need to be a resident of St. Charles County to apply for a marriage license in St. Charles County. To qualify for a marriage license without parental consent, you should be at least 18 years of age. At the office of the St. Charles County Recorder of Deeds, you and your spouse-to-be will be asked to provide proof of your social security numbers.
If you are under 18 years of age but at least 15 years of age, you can apply for a marriage license if one of your parents comes with you to the office to give consent and you present a certified copy of your birth certificate.
If you are 18 years of age, you must present a certified copy of your birth certificate.
If you are 19 years of age or older, you only need to show a valid photo I.D. such as a driver’s license.
You can read more about how to qualify for a marriage license online at the St. Charles County official website at St. Charles Marriage License.

How long is my marriage license valid in St. Charles, Missouri?  

Your marriage license will be valid immediately and will be valid for a period of 30 days. Your marriage license will be valid anywhere within the state of Missouri.

Is a blood test required before I can apply for a marriage license in St. Charles, Missouri?

No. Blood tests are not required for you to apply for a marriage license in St. Charles, Missouri.

Do I need to pay a fee when I apply for a marriage license in St. Charles, Missouri?

Yes. When you apply for a marriage license in St Charles County, you need to pay a fee of $48.00. There is an additional $1.00 fee for each parent that gives consent. You can pay this fee with cash, Visa or MasterCard, or money order.

Who can I ask to officiate at my wedding in St. Charles, Missouri?

You can ask any authorized person such as a judge or an ordained member of religious clergy such as a priest, a minister, or a rabbi to officiate at your wedding in St. Charles, Missouri.

Where do I order a certified copy of my marriage certificate in St. Charles, Missouri?

Once your marriage license is recorded, you can order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the office of the St. Charles County Recorder of Deeds. You can make your request in person or by mail. You will need to pay a fee of $9.00 per certified copy. You can read more about how to obtain a certified copy of the marriage certificate online at the St. Charles County official website at St. Charles Marriage License.

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