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Chatham County exact answer

Do both applicants have to appear in Chatham County?

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Direct answer

Yes. Both applicants must appear as the office describes in Chatham County. The appointment is scheduled for when both applicants come to court for the license and to pay the fees.

Published rule and conditions

Applicant appearance rule
Yes

The appointment is scheduled for when both applicants come to court for the license and to pay the fees.

Official requirement

Both applicants must be present in order to obtain a marriage license.

Issuing office

Chatham County Probate Court

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Official sources for this answer

  • Probate Court: Marriage LicensesChatham County Probate Court - checked July 30, 2026

    ALL marriage license applications are by appointment only! Both applicants must be present in order to obtain a marriage license. Without Certificate of Premarital Education License Fee: $76.00, includes one certified copy of marriage certificate. With Certificate of Premarital Education License Fee: $36.00. For marriage licenses issued in the State of Georgia, the marriage ceremony must be performed in Georgia.

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