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What prior-marriage documents are required in Yellowstone County?

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Direct answer

In Yellowstone County, an applicant who has been married before must know the date of the dissolution or of the spouse's death and the county and state where it happened. The Clerk does not publish any requirement to produce a decree or certificate.

Published rule and conditions

Prior-marriage documents
An applicant who has been married before must know the date of the dissolution or of the spouse's death and the county and state where it happened. The Clerk does not publish any requirement to produce a decree or certificate.
Applies in some cases

If applicable … must know the dates of applicant’s previous marriage dissolution or spousal death and the county/state of occurrence

Issuing office

Yellowstone County Clerk of District Court

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Official sources for this answer

  • District Court — Marriage LicenseYellowstone County Clerk of District Court - checked July 30, 2026

    $53.00 - payable by cash, money order, cashier's check, Visa, MasterCard or Discover. Note: If paying by credit or debit card 3% processing fee will be added to your transaction. ID – Driver's License, State ID or Passport. Montana Residents may obtain a marriage license in any county and get married in any Montana county. Marriage License is valid for 180 days from date of issuance to ceremony.

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