How to get married in Myrtle Beach? | Courthouse Photographer & Officiant, Marriage license cost

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Step-by-step guide to getting married in Myrtle Beach?.

Here is the simplest version of how to do it.

1. Fill out a Marriage License Application in Person
2. Visit the Probate Court Office
3. Bring Proper Identification (Driver’s License, Social Security Card, Passport, etc.)
4. Pay the License Fee (Cash or Money Order)
5. Wait for 24-Hours
6. Pick Up Your Marriage License
7. Hire an officiant
8. Complete Your Ceremony
9. Return the Signed License
10. Congrats, you’re officially married!

Marriage License Requirements

First, you’ll need to visit the Probate Court Office in person.

• Both parties must be present.

• Acceptable IDs: Driver’s License, Social Security Card, Passport.

• You both must be at least 18 years old. (Under 18 requires additional documentation)

• Fees: $50 for Horry County Residents, $75 for SC Residents, $115 for Out-of-State Residents.

• Horry County Probate Court: 1301 Second Avenue, Conway, SC 29526

• Phone: 843-915-5370

• Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Important Note: There is a 24-hour waiting period between application and issuance of the marriage license.

Ceremony options in Myrtle Beach?

Hire an officiant or Myrtle Beach Photographer

• Horry County Probate Court: 1301 Second Avenue, Conway, SC 29526

• Phone: 843-915-5370

• Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Your Marriage License

• Your Partner and Two Witnesses

• A courthouse official or authorized person will officiate the ceremony.

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

• Return the signed and notarized license to the Probate Court within 15 days.

After your ceremony

After the ceremony, make sure the signed license is filed correctly and request a certified copy if you need one for legal records or name changes.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE?

There is a 24-hour waiting period after applying before you can pick up your marriage license.

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

No, due to the 24-hour waiting period, you cannot get married the same day you apply for the license.

IS THERE A WAITING PERIOD OR BLOOD TEST REQUIREMENT?

There is a 24-hour waiting period, but no blood test is required.

WHERE CAN I APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE?

Horry County Probate Court, 1301 Second Avenue, Conway, SC 29526 Georgetown County Probate Court, 401 Cleland Street, Room #140, Georgetown, SC 29440

WHAT HAPPENS WITH MY MARRIAGE LICENSE AFTER THE WEDDING CEREMONY?

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