Marriage License Information for Craven County, North Carolina

Below is all of the marriage license information you need in order to file in the county you will be married in. Please note that we have provided links to your county clerk’s official website as well as a link to the marriage license application form you will file.

Office Address 226 Pollock Street New Bern, NC 28560 Office Hours 8:00 AM, and prior to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Office Phone 252.636.6617

Useful Links County Website Marriage License Form

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

Does one of us need to go in person to apply?
Both of you

How much is it?

60 USD

What do I need to bring?

Certified birth certificate, valid U.S. Government issued pictured ID card and valid Social Security CARD

How To Apply:

Marriage licenses are issued between the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays. The bride and groom must appear together, in person, between those hours. If both parties are age 21 or over, they each must have a valid (not expired) government issued ID (driver's license), and their social security cards. If the original social security cards are not available, an official document such as a W-2 or other type of tax form or banking form may be presented. Military ID's will no longer be accepted due to the change over from social security numbers to the new Department of Defense issued numbers.

When does It Expire:

After 60 Days

Name Change:
Filing for a marriage license in the state of North Carolina does not cause your or your spouse’s last name to automatically change. Married name change services are available to guide you through the married name change process if you opt to change your name.

Same Sex Couple:
Use this online resource for more information about your state’s marriage legislation.