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Where do you get a Marriage License?
A couple that intends to be married in Texas must apply in person for a marriage license at a Texas County Clerk’s Office. The application for a license must be signed by both the bride and the groom in the presence of the County Clerk. If this is not possible, any adult or one of the applicants may apply on behalf of the absent applicant. Certain terms must be met:
1. Applications must be filled out with Social Security numbers, proof of age, and identification shown (Certified Birth Certificate or Driver’s License)
2. A filing fee of $41.00 dollars in cash will be charged
How long must I wait between the time I get my License and the actual ceremony?
There must be at least 72 hours between the time of issuance of a license and the time the ceremony occurs unless one applicant is on active duty in the armed forces or a waiver is granted. A marriage license is valid for only 30 days, so with the 72 hour waiting period, there is only a 27 day period in which the marriage ceremony can take place.
What if I am under the age of 18? Can I still get married?
If you are 14 – 17 years of age, you can only get married if one of the following criteria is met:
(A) You have parental consent**
(B) You have been previously legally married, and the applicant provides a certified copy of divorce decree
(C) You obtain an order from the Texas District court where the parent resides
** Parental Consent must be evidenced by a written declaration on a form provided by the County Clerk.
Special assistance for out of state couples may be obtained by calling the Cameron County Court house
956-544-0817 ask for Erica.
Forms from Cameron County
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Format
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| Absence Application for Marriage
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PDF
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| Consent Marriage
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PDF
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MARRIAGE LICENSE FEES
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Issuance of License
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RMF
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CHSF
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RAF
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Total
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| Marriage License
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$ 30.00
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$ 5.00
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$ 1.00
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$ 5.00
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$ 41.00
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| Each Parental Consent (if applicable)
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$ 1.00
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| Declaration of Informal Marriage
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$ 30.00
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$ 5.00
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$ 1.00
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$ 5.00
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$ 41.00
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Special assistance for out of state couples may be obtained by calling the Cameron County Court house
956-544-0817 ask for Erica.
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