Oakland County, Michigan
County clerk guides for Oakland County.
Oakland County marriage license at a glance
The essentials for getting a marriage license in Oakland County, taken from our verified county guide. Confirm details with the official office before you go.
| License fee | $20 if both applicants are Michigan residents; $30 if either applicant is a non-resident. |
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| Waiting period | 3 days between application and issuance (Michigan statewide rule). Can be waived for an additional $5 fee. |
| License validity | 33 days from the date of application (Michigan statewide rule). |
| Documents / ID required | Valid photo ID, Social Security number, and birth certificate or passport for both applicants. |
| Where & how to apply | Complete the pre-application online through Oakland County’s Online Marriage Application system, then have one applicant appear in person to finalize and pay — at the Pontiac courthouse (walk-in) or the Troy office (appointment only). |
Full Oakland County marriage license guide →
Michigan rules that apply in Oakland County
These come from Michigan state law, so they are the same in every county:
- Minimum age to marry: 18 without consent. Ages 16–17 require notarized written parental or guardian consent.
- Waiting period: 3 days after application, waivable by the county clerk "for good and sufficient cause shown."
- License validity: 33 days from the date of application, usable anywhere in the state.
- Blood test required: No
How the fee compares
The standard fee we have verified for Oakland County is $20. Across the 81 counties and cities ClerkGuide has researched so far, standard fees run from $20 to $172, with a median of $76 — so this one is among the lowest. See fees state by state →
Oakland County vs. other Michigan counties
Fees are set locally, so they can differ noticeably even inside one state. Here is how the Michigan counties we cover line up, cheapest first:
| Washtenaw County | $20 standard |
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| Kent County | $20 standard |
| Macomb County, Michigan | $20 standard |
| Oakland County | $20 standard |
| Wayne County | $20 standard |
More: all Michigan marriage license requirements · getting married in a different county.