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What prior-marriage documents are required in City of St. Louis?

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Direct answer

In City of St. Louis, an applicant whose previous marriage ended in divorce must wait at least 30 days from the date the divorce was finalised before applying. This is a wait before applying, not a wait after the license is issued. The Recorder does not publish whether a certified copy of the decree must be produced.

Published rule and conditions

Prior-marriage documents
An applicant whose previous marriage ended in divorce must wait at least 30 days from the date the divorce was finalised before applying.

This is a wait before applying, not a wait after the license is issued. The Recorder does not publish whether a certified copy of the decree must be produced.

Applies in some cases

If you are a divorcee, you must wait at least 30 days from the date of divorce finalization to apply.

Issuing office

City of St. Louis Recorder of Deeds, Marriage License Department

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Official sources for this answer

  • Apply for a Marriage LicenseCity of St. Louis Recorder of Deeds, Marriage License Department - checked July 26, 2026

    You can fill out an online application beforehand or in person, but in either case couples must visit the Marriage Department together in person to obtain the license. Your license will be issued during your visit to the Marriage Department. License must be used for a ceremony within 29 days after it is has been picked up. $60.00 nonrefundable application fee payable by Visa/MasterCard or cash. No checks. Two witnesses to the ceremony must sign the license.

  • Marriage License Issuance and Copy Services BrochureCity of St. Louis Recorder of Deeds - checked July 26, 2026

    Marriage License Issued By Any Missouri County Recorder May Be Used For Ceremony In Any Missouri County. No Waiting Period, Same Day Application and License Issuance. Applicants must appear together at Recorder's Office to make the Application. 30-Day License Use Expiration. License must be used for a ceremony within 30 days after pick-up.

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