How to get married in Charleston, WV | Courthouse Photographer & Officiant, Marriage license cost

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Step-by-step guide to getting married in Charleston, WV.

Here is the simplest version of how to do it.

1. Fill Out a Marriage License Application
2. Bring your partner to County Clerk’s office
3. Bring Valid Photo IDs
4. Provide Social Security Numbers
5. Pay the Fee: $57 by cash or personal check. Discount: $37 with a premarital education course completion certificate.
6. Hire an officiant
7. Schedule and attend your Ceremony
8. Congrats! you’re married!

Marriage License Requirements

First, you’ll need to visit the County Clerk’s Office in Charleston, WV. You can apply in any county in West Virginia as long as you’re getting married in the state.

• Complete a Marriage License Application: Fill out and sign together.

• Valid Photo IDs: Driver’s license, state ID, or passport.

• Social Security Number: Memorized or with the physical card.

• Proof of Age: Certified copy of your birth certificate if you’re 16 or 17 years old.

• Fee: $57 (or $37 with a premarital course certificate).

• Appointment: Schedule with the magistrate.

• Marriage License: Bring your license.

• Witnesses: Your partner and two witnesses.

• A courthouse official or magistrate will officiate the ceremony.

• Up to 6 people can be in the courtroom.

• Request a certified copy of your marriage certificate from the Clerk’s Office for a fee.

Ceremony options in Charleston, WV

• Appointment: Schedule with the magistrate.

• Marriage License: Bring your license.

• Witnesses: Your partner and two witnesses.

• A courthouse official or magistrate will officiate the ceremony.

• Up to 6 people can be in the courtroom.

• Request a certified copy of your marriage certificate from the Clerk’s Office for a fee.

• Marriage License: Obtain from the County Clerk’s Office.

• Officiant: Hire an ordained minister or religious official.

After the Ceremony:

After your ceremony

• Complete a Marriage License Application: Fill out and sign together.
• Valid Photo IDs: Driver’s license, state ID, or passport.
• Social Security Number: Memorized or with the physical card.
• Proof of Age: Certified copy of your birth certificate if you’re 16 or 17 years old.
• Fee: $57 (or $37 with a premarital course certificate).

Note: You both must be at least 18 years old. If either of you is 16 or 17, you’ll need parental consent and a certified copy of your birth certificate.

• A courthouse official or magistrate will officiate the ceremony.
• Up to 6 people can be in the courtroom.
• Request a certified copy of your marriage certificate from the Clerk’s Office for a fee.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get your marriage license in Charleston, WV?

If you're coming from out of state, it's possible to apply, get a marriage license, and get married on the same day.

How much does it cost to get married at a Charleston, WV courthouse?

$57 for the marriage license (or $37 with a premarital course certificate). You can set up an appointment and get married on the same day.

Can you get your marriage license and get married the same day in Charleston, WV?

Yes, you can get your marriage license and get married on the same day in Charleston, WV. !A professional photographer in a black suit and hat holds a camera in an elegant courtyard.

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409 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301 Phone: (304) 357-0130

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