Marriage License Information for Frederick 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 100 W. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 Office Hours County Clerk's Office is open Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 301-600-1976

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?

$75.00 Cash Only

What do I need to bring?

Identification, and Social Security number. If either applicant was previously married, the MM/DD/YYYY, county and state (or Country) must be provided for EACH divorce or death.

How To Apply:

One of the parties, to be married, must appear in person at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for the county in which the wedding will take place to make an application. Identification of applicants, and Social Security number is required. If either applicant was previously married, the MM/DD/YYYY, county and state (or Country) must be provided for EACH divorce or death.

When does It Expire:

The license is valid for a period of 6 months.

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.