Muskingum County Marriage License, OH
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Muskingum County
Marriage License Requirements
Marriage License Fee: $60.00
401 Main Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
Ph: (740) 455-7113
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / M – F
(except for Court Approved Holidays)
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Marriage Application Requirement Ohio:
To complete the application for a marriage license, a couple must:
In order to obtain a marriage license in Ohio:
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Both parties must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a marriage license in Ohio without parental consent.
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Both parties must apply together in person.
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If either or both parties are physically incapacitated, their physician must complete an affidavit stating the physical disability, and this affidavit shall be filed with the application for the marriage license.
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Both parties must provide drivers licenses or some other valid photo identification.
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Both parties must have proof of their social security number to apply for a marriage license.
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Both parties must complete the application.
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Pay the necessary license fee.
Marriage ID Requirement Ohio:
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Driver’s License
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State issued ID card
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US Military ID
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US Passport
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US Passport Card
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Permanent Resident Card
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Foreign Gov’t issued Passport
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Applicants must have proof of their social security number to apply for a marriage license.
Marriage Waiting Period Ohio:
There is no waiting period in Ohio.
Marriage Residency Requirement Ohio:
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If you are not a resident of Ohio, but are getting married in Ohio, you must obtain your license in the county where the ceremony will take place.
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If you are a resident of Ohio, you must apply for your marriage license in the county in which one or the other of you lives.
Previous Marriages: ✔ Search Divorce Records
The parties MUST have a final decree for ALL previous marriages.
Marriage License Fees Ohio:
The marriage license fee in Muskingum County is $60 cash only!
Proxy Marriages Ohio:
No.
Cousin Marriages Ohio:
No. Individuals may not marry nearer of kin than second cousins.
Common Law Marriages Ohio:
No, unless entered into a common law marriage before October 10, 1991.
Blood Test Requirement Ohio:
Blood tests are no longer required in the State of Ohio.
Name Change:
Getting a marriage license with your new name on it does not mean your name has automatically changed. If you need to change your last name, you can use an online marriage name change kit.
Marriage Age Requirements Ohio: ✔ Get Copy Of Birth Certificate
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Ohio law requires all applicants under eighteen years of age to have a letter from their minister or a marriage counselor stating that they have received pre-marital counseling.
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All applicants under eighteen years of age must also have the consent of both parents, or surviving parent, or the parent who has custody or the legal guardian of his or her person or any person having custody under Ohio Revised Code Section 3101.01.
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Applicants under the minimum age must first obtain approval of the Juvenile Court.
Marriage Officiants Ohio:
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The minister MUST register with the Ohio Secretary of State’s office in order to perform marriage ceremonies in Ohio.
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Only an ordained or licensed officiant who is registered with the Secretary of the State of Ohio, a judge, a mayor, or the Superintendent of the State School for the Deaf may solemnize a marriage.
Marriage Witnesses Ohio:
No. Witnesses are not required by law to sign the license.
Expiration Date of Marriage License Ohio:
The license is valid for (60) days from its date of issuance.
Copy of Certificate of Marriage License
Bureau of Vital Statistics
Ohio Department of Health
35 East Chestnut Street, 6th Floor
P.O. Box 15098
Columbus, OH 43215-0098
Ph: 614.466.2531
Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice. For more information regarding Ohio marriage license laws and records please visit www.ohio.gov.