Marriage License Information for Jackson County, Louisiana

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

P. O. Box 730, Jonesboro, LA 71251


Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30

Office Phone
(318) 259-2424
Useful Links
County Website
Is a Blood Test Required?
No

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

How much is it?

$27.50



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:

All applicants must have their birth certificates and be at least 18 years of age. If no birth certificate is available, an order by the Judge waiving this requirement must be submitted. Alternatively, a person over 18 may have two people sign an affidavit attesting to the fact that he/she is over 18 and the license may be issued on order of the judge. Use of this affidavit is limited to persons whom you know beyond any reasonable doubt are over 18.



When does It Expire:

After 30 days


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

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