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What identification is required for a marriage license in Marion County?

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Direct answer

For Marion County, the published answer is Each applicant: one physical, unexpired identification document — valid driver's license, current state-issued identification card, original certified birth certificate, or passport and Each applicant: proof of residency — rental lease, valid driver's license, state identification card, or current utility bill. The Clerk's topic page also lists military identification and a consular card as acceptable identification; the dedicated Marriage Licenses page does not. The narrower list is recorded — see the source conflict note.

Published rule and conditions

Identification requirements
  • Each applicant: one physical, unexpired identification document — valid driver's license, current state-issued identification card, original certified birth certificate, or passport
  • Each applicant: proof of residency — rental lease, valid driver's license, state identification card, or current utility bill

The Clerk's topic page also lists military identification and a consular card as acceptable identification; the dedicated Marriage Licenses page does not. The narrower list is recorded — see the source conflict note.

Official requirement

Both applicants must present physical, unexpired identification documentation. Identification can be a valid driver's license, current state-issued identification card, original certified birth certificate, or passport.

Issuing office

Marion County Clerk's Office, Marriage License Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage LicensesMarion County Clerk's Office - checked July 26, 2026

    To obtain your marriage license, you must complete two steps. First, you will complete the online application. Second, you must come into the office to complete your application review and pay the application fee. Both applicants must present physical, unexpired identification documentation. A marriage license is valid for 60 days. The fee for Indiana residents is $25; out-of-state residents pay $65.

  • Getting Married in Marion CountyMarion County Clerk's Office - checked July 26, 2026

    Identification, proof of residency: Provide a form of identification and proof of residency. Identification can be a valid driver's license, current state-issued identification card, original certified birth certificate, military identification, passport, or consular card. Proof of residency can be a rental lease, valid driver's license, state identification card, or current utility bill.

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