Marriage License Information for Brown County, Wisconsin

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 305 E. Walnut St., Room 120 Green Bay, WI 54301 Office Hours County Clerk's Office is open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 920-448-4016

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?

$115 (cash; local check; or debit or credit cards)

What do I need to bring?

Applicants must provide a State certified birth certificates with a raised seal, government document proving permanent address, Social Security number, and government issued ID showing proof of age. If either applicant was previously married, a divorce decree or spouse death certificate must be provided.

How To Apply:

Applicants must bring a State certified birth certificates with a raised seal, Social Security number, and one of the applicants must have lived in Brown County for 30 days. If either applicant was previously married, a death certificate, State Annulment, or Findings of Facts and Conclusions of Law of the Final Divorce Judgment from their most recent marriage must be provided at the time of application.

When does It Expire:

The license is valid for 30 days from the issue date.

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