Official government fees, deadlines, and requirements by location.
Official guide
Learn how Pennsylvania marriage license fees are set by county, plus the three-day waiting period and 60-day validity window.
Key takeaway: Fees vary by county, so confirm the current amount with the issuing office before visiting.
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Title: Allegheny County Marriage License Application
Section: Allegheny County notes that marriage license fees vary by county and lists a total fee of $90.00 including Pennsylvania taxes and surcharges.
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Verified on: 2026-01-16 by LocalFees Research
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Source URL: https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/Records/Marriage-Records/Marriage-License-Application
At a glance
Fees vary by county; confirm with the issuing office before you go.
Fee
Varies by county
Marriage license fees vary by county. Allegheny County lists a total fee of $90.00 including Pennsylvania taxes and surcharges.
Deadline
Marriage license is valid for 60 days from the date of issue.
Waiting period
Marriage license may not be issued prior to the third day following application.
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Official details
Confirm the exact fee and requirements with the issuing office before you visit.
Guide
These sections summarize official guidance and highlight the steps that most often cause delays.
Summary
The fee covers the county office processing and issuing the license.
It does not include ceremony charges or certified copies you may request later.
That means there is no single statewide fee and each county Register of Wills publishes its own fee schedule and payment rules.
Always confirm the current amount and accepted payment methods with the county where you will apply.
County offices control appointment rules, office hours, and whether licenses are mailed or picked up in person, so contact your county office before applying.
The statute allows a court to authorize issuance sooner in emergencies or extraordinary circumstances and for applicants in the Pennsylvania National Guard or other reserve components called to active duty.
If you need a faster issuance, ask the Register of Wills how to request court authorization.
Plan your ceremony within 60 days of issuance to avoid reapplying and paying another fee.
The county states the total is payable by cash or credit card.
Use this as a local example and confirm the amount and payment methods with your county Register of Wills.
Use this checklist to align with Pennsylvania fee and timing rules:
Delays happen when applicants rely on another county's fee, do not bring an accepted payment method, or schedule ceremonies before the third-day issuance rule allows.
Another common issue is letting the 60-day validity window expire, which requires a new application and fee.
Official sources for this page include Title 23, Section 1303 (waiting period and exceptions), Section 1310 (60-day validity), and the Allegheny County marriage license guidance.
This page summarizes statewide rules and provides a county example for context. It is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Always verify details with your county Register of Wills.
Local differences
County-level data will be embedded here when verified. For now, use the official county sources listed above.
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