Marriage License Information for Carroll 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 55 N. Court Street Westminster, MD 21157-5155 Office Hours County Clerk's Office is open Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 410-386-8710

Useful Links County Website

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

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


How much is it?

There is a $35.00 fee for the issuance of the license.

What do I need to bring?

Applicants must provide name, address, age, state of birth, social security numbers and if previously married, the place and date of each divorce or death of a spouse. Supporting documents may be needed if less than thirty (30) days since the divorce or death.

How To Apply:

If you apply in Carroll County you must be married in Carroll County.. If it is not convenient to visit the Clerk's Office in the county where the marriage is to take place, you may apply for a license using a Non-Resident Marriage License Application-Affidavit form(fillable PDF).. Applicants are required to provide required information such as name, age, social security number, address and state born in. If previously married, it is required to provide the place and date of each divorce or death of a spouse.

When does It Expire:

The license is issued the same day you apply, and it is valid for 6 months (you must be married 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.