- To Apply for a Marriage License for Individuals who are 18 years of age and older, at least one party must appear in person at the Clerk of District Court's office with a copy of a driver's license or a form of picture identification for both individuals.
- There is a 3-day waiting period once application is submitted before you can pick up the marriage license.
- A Marriage Worksheet is provided for completion at the time of application.
- All information on the Marriage Worksheet must be completed and returned after the 3-day waiting period. Both parties must sign the worksheet.
- Either person may pick up the license. A fee of $85.50 is paid at this time. Cash, debit or credit cards are accepted. We do not have change, so please bring exact amount if paying in cash.
- The license is issued and you may have your ceremony performed anywhere within the State of Kansas within 6 months of the date of issuing the marriage license.
- After the marriage ceremony, the original marriage license is returned to the Court for recording. You may obtain a certified copy of your marriage license once you present your driver's license or some form of picture identification. The first certified copy is free. Any additional certified copies will be $1.25 each.
- You may also obtain a copy of your marriage license through the Office of Vital Statistics in Topeka, Kansas.
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