Franklin County, Ohio
County clerk guides for Franklin County.
Franklin County marriage license at a glance
The essentials for getting a marriage license in Franklin County, taken from our verified county guide. Confirm details with the official office before you go.
| License fee | $65. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | None — Ohio has no statewide waiting period. |
| License validity | 60 days from the date of issuance (Ohio statewide rule). |
| Documents / ID required | Valid photo ID for both applicants; Social Security number required (the physical card is not needed, just the number). |
| Where & how to apply | Both applicants appear together in person at the Franklin County Probate Court. |
Full Franklin County marriage license guide →
Ohio rules that apply in Franklin County
These come from Ohio state law, so they are the same in every county:
- Minimum age to marry: 18 without consent; some 17-year-olds may marry with parental consent or judicial approval.
- Waiting period: None — you can marry the same day the license is issued.
- License validity: 60 days from the date of issuance.
- Blood test required: No
How the fee compares
The standard fee we have verified for Franklin County is $65. 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 38% of them. See fees state by state →
Franklin County vs. other Ohio counties
Fees are set locally, so they can differ noticeably even inside one state. Here is how the Ohio counties we cover line up, cheapest first:
| Cuyahoga County | $60 standard |
|---|---|
| Franklin County | $65 standard |
| Hamilton County | $75 standard |
More: all Ohio marriage license requirements · getting married in a different county.