A marriage license may be obtained from any Register of Deed’s office in the state of North Carolina. The ceremony may take place in any county in the state; however, the marriage license must be returned to the county where the license was purchased to be filed.
A driver’s license and Social Security card are required for each applicant. If you do not have a Social Security card, you must provide proof of the number with a W–2 form, payroll stub, insurance card or printout from Social Security. If the applicant is between the ages of 16–18, a certified copy of his/her birth certificate is required. The consent of parent or guardian is required for applicants under the age of 18. Applicants under the age of 16 must call the Register’s office for further information. Blood tests and physicals are no longer required. The license is valid for 60 days and costs $60.00.