Arkansas Marriage License Guide (2026)
Arkansas marriage licenses are issued by the County Clerk under ACA 9-11-206. Both applicants must appear in person with valid photo ID. The standard fee is $60 with a 3-day waiting period, which is waived with a premarital counseling completion certificate.
The one thing to knowThe 3-day waiting period is waived only with a premarital counseling completion certificate.
The process
- Both applicants appear in person
Both parties must go to the County Clerk with valid photo ID.
- Pay the fee
The standard fee is $60 under ACA 9-11-206.
- Observe or waive the waiting period
A 3-day waiting period applies unless you present a premarital counseling completion certificate.
Marriage license fees by county — all 75 Arkansas counties
What to bring
- Valid photo ID for both applicants
- Both applicants present in person
- $60 license fee
- Premarital counseling certificate to waive the wait
Frequently asked questions
How much is an Arkansas marriage license?
The standard fee is $60 under ACA 9-11-206.
Who issues the license?
The County Clerk issues Arkansas marriage licenses.
Is there a waiting period?
Yes, a 3-day waiting period applies, but it is waived with a premarital counseling completion certificate.
Do both applicants have to appear?
Yes. Both applicants must appear in person with valid photo ID.
Is there a form to download first?
No statewide pre-download form is provided; the license is obtained in person at the county clerk.