How to get married in Louisville, Kentucky | Courthouse Photographer & Officiant, Marriage license cost

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Step-by-step guide to getting married in Louisville, Kentucky.

Here is the simplest version of how to do it.

1. Visit the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office in Person
2. Fill out a Marriage License Form
3. Bring a Valid Photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport)
4. Pay the $40 Fee (Cash only)
5. Have Your Ceremony Within 30 Days
6. Return the Marriage License After the Ceremony

Marriage License Requirements

First, you’ll need to visit the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office in person. Here’s what you need to know:

• Main Office: 527 W. Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202-2814
• Phone: 502.574.5700
• Professional License Department: Metro Hall, 527 W. Jefferson St., Room 100A
• Other Locations: Any of the seven branch locations in Jefferson County

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Your Marriage License
• Your Partner and Two Witnesses
• $15 Fee

Ceremony options in Louisville, Kentucky

You have two main options for your wedding ceremony:

• Your Marriage License

• Your Partner and Two Witnesses

• $15 Fee

• A courthouse official or magistrate will officiate the ceremony.

• You can have up to 6 people in the courtroom.

• After the ceremony, the courthouse official and witnesses will sign the marriage license, making your marriage legally valid.

You don’t have to get married in a courthouse. Once you have your marriage license, you can hire an officiant to elope at your desired location.

After your ceremony

• The officiant will file the signed marriage license with the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office to officially record your marriage.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE?

You can get your marriage license on the same day you apply.

CAN YOU GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE AND GET MARRIED THE SAME DAY IN KY?

Yes, you can apply for your marriage license and have your ceremony on the same day.

IS THERE A WAITING PERIOD OR BLOOD TEST REQUIREMENT?

No, Kentucky does not require a waiting period or a blood test to get married. DO I NEED TO BRING MY BIRTH CERTIFICATE, DIVORCE DECREE, OR SOCIAL SECURITY CARD? Only a valid photo ID is required. If you have been previously married, it's a good idea to bring your divorce decree. !couples getting married in louisville, kentucky

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