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How much is a marriage license in Fairfax County?

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Direct answer

The published license fee in Fairfax County is $30.00.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license fee
$30

Credit card payments carry a 4% processing fee.

Official requirement

The fee is $30.00 payable by cash or credit card (Visa or MasterCard only with a 4% processing fee).

Issuing office

Clerk of the Fairfax Circuit Court, Public Service Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage License InformationFairfax Circuit Court, Office of the Clerk - checked July 30, 2026

    Marriage licenses are issued by the Clerk of the Circuit Court. There are no residency requirements to obtain a marriage license in Virginia. Couples may obtain a marriage license from any circuit court in Virginia. Once the license is issued, there is no waiting period and no blood test is required. The marriage license is valid for 60 calendar days and the marriage must take place in Virginia.

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