Marriage License Information for Fulton County, Illinois

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 100 N. Main Street Room 105 Lewistown, Il 61542 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 309-547-3041 Ext. 117

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?

$75.00, Cash only

What do I need to bring?

Both parties must show picture I.D. (driver’s license, State I.D., passport). Only one form of I.D. is needed unless applicant has no form of picture I.D. In that case the applicant needs to have two current pieces of mail with envelope showing current address. (a bill, bank statement, etc.)

How To Apply:

Both the bride and the groom, at the same time, must be present at the County Clerk’s office to obtain their marriage license. Both parties must show picture I.D. (driver’s license, State I.D., passport). Only one form of I.D. is needed unless applicant has no form of picture I.D. In that case the applicant needs to have two current pieces of mail with envelope showing current address. (a bill, bank statement, etc.)

When does It Expire:

Couple must use the license within 60 days after purchasing it.

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