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Can a minor apply for a marriage license in Tarrant County?

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Direct answer

In Tarrant County, since September 1, 2017 an applicant under 18 can be licensed only with a Texas court order under Texas Family Code Chapter 31 removing the disabilities of minority of the applicant for general purposes. Minor applicants must also show a certified copy of their birth certificate together with a current school ID, driver's license or state ID.

Published rule and conditions

Minor applicant rule
Since September 1, 2017 an applicant under 18 can be licensed only with a Texas court order under Texas Family Code Chapter 31 removing the disabilities of minority of the applicant for general purposes. Minor applicants must also show a certified copy of their birth certificate together with a current school ID, driver's license or state ID.
Applies in some cases

Effective September 1, 2017, if either applicant is under 18 years of age, a court order granted by this state under Texas Family Code Chapter 31, removing the disabilities of minority of the applicant for general purpose is required.

Issuing office

Tarrant County Clerk's Office, Vital Records Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage LicensesTarrant County Clerk's Office, Vital Records Division - checked July 30, 2026

    Both parties must appear in person or together via video conference. Both parties must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a valid, government-issued picture identification. Must know Social Security number. There is a 72-hour waiting period after the license is issued before the marriage ceremony can take place. The 72-hour waiting period can be waived by meeting one of three criteria. The marriage must take place within 90 days from the date of issuance--no exceptions. The fee is $76 cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. (Credit card use adds a 1.73% fee.) The fee is $16 for couples who attend the State of Texas approved Marriage Education Class and present a printed and valid Twogether in Texas Certificate or similar premarital counseling course certificate. Effective January 1, 2019, a $100 Out-of-State Applicant fee will be assessed if neither applicant is able to prove Texas residency. The person who performs a marriage ceremony is responsible for returning the marriage license to our office within 30 days from the date of marriage.

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