Loudoun County, Virginia
County clerk guides for Loudoun County.
Loudoun County marriage license at a glance
The essentials for getting a marriage license in Loudoun 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 government-issued photo ID for both applicants (driver's license, passport, or legible foreign ID). No proof of residency, prior divorce documentation, or witnesses required. |
| Where & how to apply | Both applicants generally must appear together in person at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, 18 E. Market Street, Leesburg. You can complete the application online in advance and finish in person, or fill it out entirely on arrival. Virtual appointments are available only if at least one applicant is a Loudoun County resident or the ceremony will take place in Loudoun County. |
Full Loudoun County marriage license guide →
Virginia rules that apply in Loudoun 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 Loudoun 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 →
Loudoun 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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