Marriage License Information for Dorchester County, Maryland

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 206 High Street, Cambridge, MD 21613 Office Hours County Clerk's Office is open Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 410-228-0480

Useful Links County Website Marriage License Form

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

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

How much is it?

The fee is $35.00 - Cash, Check or Money Order

What do I need to bring?

Forms of identification for each person: driver's license, birth certificate or a passport. If previously married, it is required to provide the date and place of each judicial determination that ended any former marriage.

How To Apply:

Forms of identification for each person, Social Security numbers, and applicants must be 18 years of age or older. If previously married, the date and place of each judicial determination that ended any former marriage is required.

When does It Expire:

The license must be used within 6 months or the license will expire.

Name Change:
Filing for a marriage license in the state of Maryland 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.