Arlington County, Virginia
County clerk guides for Arlington County.
Arlington County marriage license at a glance
The essentials for getting a marriage license in Arlington County, taken from our verified county guide. Confirm details with the official office before you go.
| License fee | $30, payable by cash or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or Discover); a 4% service charge applies to credit card payments. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | None — Virginia has no statewide waiting period. |
| License validity | 60 calendar days; the ceremony must take place in Virginia (Virginia statewide rule). |
| Documents / ID required | Valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, or military ID) for each applicant. Applicants provide their Social Security number (the physical card is not required). |
| Where & how to apply | Both applicants must appear together in person at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, 1425 N. Courthouse Road, Suite 6700, Arlington. Online appointment scheduling is available to reduce wait times. |
Full Arlington County marriage license guide →
Virginia rules that apply in Arlington County
These come from Virginia state law, so they are the same in every county:
- Minimum age to marry: 18 to marry without a court order.
- Waiting period: None — you can marry the same day the license is issued.
- License validity: 60 calendar days, and the marriage must take place in Virginia.
- Blood test required: No
How the fee compares
The standard fee we have verified for Arlington County is $30. 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 higher than about 11% of them. See fees state by state →
Arlington County vs. other Virginia counties
Fees are set locally, so they can differ noticeably even inside one state. Here is how the Virginia counties we cover line up, cheapest first:
| Loudoun County | $30 standard |
|---|---|
| Arlington County | $30 standard |
| Fairfax County | $30 standard |
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