Weddings

OKLAHOMA
Marriage License Information, Laws, Requirements

In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any Oklahoma County Courthouse where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.

Where is the McCurtain County Court House?
McCurtain County Court Clerk, 108 North Central, Idabel, OK 74745 580-286-3693 or 580-286-4950

What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $50.00. Couples who have completed a state sanctioned premarital counseling course will be charged $5.00 for a marriage license. Accepted forms of payment are cash only.

What are the residency requirements for Oklahoma?
None. You do not have to be a previous or current resident of Oklahoma to obtain a marriage license that is valid statewide.

Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?
No, you will receive your license immediately unless you are underage. There will be a 72 hour waiting period for minors.

Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.

What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.

What if one or both partners is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, both parents or legal guardian(s) must be present at the time the license is issued. If the parents are divorced, the parent with legal custody must be present and have proof of custody with them at the time the license is issued.

Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required.

How long does a marriage license remain valid once it has been issued?
Your license will expire 10 days from the date it is issued.

If you have any further questions or concerns please contact:
McCurtain County Court Clerk
108 North Central
Idabel, OK 74745
580-286-3693 or 580-286-4950

McCurtain County Wedding/Reunion Resources:

Courtney Portrait Studio
701 SE Washington, Idabel
580-286-7056   

Lairson Imaging
PO Box 902, Valliant
580-933-4152   

The Wedding Planners
Something Special 1449 E Washington, Idabel
580-286-5586   580-286-8131


Traci Brumley Photography
Broken Bow
580-212-1185    www.tracibrumely.com  

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