Marriage License Information for Fairfield County, Ohio

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 Juvenile/Probate Court 224 East Main Street Third Floor Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Office Phone 740-652-7464

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?

$65.00 in exact cash or credit cards

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:

If one of you is a resident of the county you are applying for the certificate in, only one of you has to be present. If both of you reside outside of the county or state, both of you must apply in person. Both applicants must provide their Social Security numbers and verification of the number. Applicants may present a Social Security Card or a W-2 Form or company pay stub with name and number for verification.

When does It Expire:

After 60 days

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