Maryland Marriage License Requirements
Marriage License Applications and Civil Ceremonies
· Hours for applying are 8::30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
· Only the bride or groom need apply.
The fee for a marriage license application is $35.00 - CASH ONLY - no checks accepted.
· You will need to show a drivers license or birth certificate for both the bride and groom.
No blood test is required. We need to have Social Security numbers for both.
· You must be married in Worcester County, if you obtain your license in this county.
· You must wait until after 6:00 a.m. on the second calendar day after you apply for the license before
you can be married.
· The license is valid for six months from the date of issue.
· If either party is divorced, we need documentation of same, please bring papers with you.
If bride resumes her maiden name, we will need to see documentation of same.
· If either of you have a deceased spouse, you will need to know the date and place of death.
· If under 18, please call for information.
Should you have any questions, please call 410.632.5500 or toll free 1.800.340.0691
The address is:
Office of Clerk of Circuit Court
1 West Market Street Room 104
Snow Hill, MD 21863
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