Alabama Marriage License Guide (2026)
Alabama marriage licenses are issued by the Judge of Probate. Both applicants must appear in person with valid photo ID. The fee is approximately $51, but requirements vary by county, so call your county probate office to confirm the exact amount.
The one thing to knowRequirements and the exact fee vary by county, so confirm with your probate office.
The process
- Both applicants appear in person
Both parties must go to the Judge of Probate with valid photo ID.
- Confirm your county's requirements
Requirements vary by county; call your probate office ahead of time.
- Pay the fee
The fee is approximately $51; confirm the exact amount with your county.
Marriage license fees by county — all 67 Alabama counties
| County | Fee |
|---|---|
| Autauga County | call to confirm |
| Baldwin County | call to confirm |
| Barbour County | call to confirm |
| Bibb County | call to confirm |
| Blount County | call to confirm |
| Bullock County | call to confirm |
| Butler County | call to confirm |
| Calhoun County | call to confirm |
| Chambers County | call to confirm |
| Cherokee County | call to confirm |
| Chilton County | call to confirm |
| Choctaw County | call to confirm |
| Clarke County | call to confirm |
| Clay County | call to confirm |
| Cleburne County | call to confirm |
| Coffee County | call to confirm |
| Colbert County | call to confirm |
| Conecuh County | call to confirm |
| Coosa County | call to confirm |
| Covington County | call to confirm |
| Crenshaw County | call to confirm |
| Cullman County | call to confirm |
| Dale County | call to confirm |
| Dallas County | call to confirm |
| DeKalb County | call to confirm |
| Elmore County | call to confirm |
| Escambia County | call to confirm |
| Etowah County | call to confirm |
| Fayette County | call to confirm |
| Franklin County | call to confirm |
| Geneva County | call to confirm |
| Greene County | call to confirm |
| Hale County | call to confirm |
| Henry County | call to confirm |
| Houston County | call to confirm |
| Jackson County | call to confirm |
| Jefferson County | call to confirm |
| Lamar County | call to confirm |
| Lauderdale County | call to confirm |
| Lawrence County | call to confirm |
| Lee County | call to confirm |
| Limestone County | call to confirm |
| Lowndes County | call to confirm |
| Macon County | call to confirm |
| Madison County | call to confirm |
| Marengo County | call to confirm |
| Marion County | call to confirm |
| Marshall County | call to confirm |
| Mobile County | call to confirm |
| Monroe County | call to confirm |
| Montgomery County | call to confirm |
| Morgan County | call to confirm |
| Perry County | call to confirm |
| Pickens County | call to confirm |
| Pike County | call to confirm |
| Randolph County | call to confirm |
| Russell County | call to confirm |
| Shelby County | call to confirm |
| St. Clair County | call to confirm |
| Sumter County | call to confirm |
| Talladega County | call to confirm |
| Tallapoosa County | call to confirm |
| Tuscaloosa County | call to confirm |
| Walker County | call to confirm |
| Washington County | call to confirm |
| Wilcox County | call to confirm |
| Winston County | call to confirm |
What to bring
- Valid photo ID for both applicants
- Both applicants present in person
- Approximately $51 for the fee
- Any county-specific documents
Frequently asked questions
Who issues an Alabama marriage license?
The Judge of Probate issues Alabama marriage licenses.
How much does it cost?
The fee is approximately $51 - call your county probate office to confirm the exact amount.
Do both applicants have to appear?
Yes. Both applicants must appear in person with valid photo ID.
Are requirements the same in every county?
No. Requirements vary by county, so check with your local probate office.