What Is Required to Get a Marriage License in Arkansas?

If you want to get married in Arkansas, you will need to obtain a marriage license to make the union legal. An Arkansas marriage license is good anywhere in the state for 60 days. You must return your marriage license to the courthouse from which you received it within that 60 days to be recorded, whether you have used it or not. There is no waiting period or testing required to obtain the marriage license. So long as the couple brings all of the necessary paperwork to a courthouse, the license will be issued immediately.

Your Intended

When applying for a marriage license in Arkansas, both the bride and groom must be present.

Identification

Both the bride and groom need to present photo identification, such as a driver's license or military ID. Persons under the age of 21 must also present a birth certificate, military ID or valid U.S. passport.

Consent

If you or your future spouse are under the age of 18, you will need to prove that you have parental consent to marry..

Cash

The fee to obtain a marriage license in Arkansas was about $58 in 2009. This fee may vary by county and must be paid in cash. Checks and credit cards are not accepted.

Proof of Divorce or Death

If either party has been married before, you will need to produce a divorce degree, annulment documentation or a death certificate in order to get a marriage license.

References

• Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
• US Marriage Laws