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Denton County issues marriage licenses at six County Clerk office locations, with an optional online head start on the application.
| License fee | $81, reduced to $21 with a premarital education course certificate. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | 72 hours after issuance (Texas statewide rule), waivable with the premarital course. |
| Documents / ID required | Valid government-issued photo ID for both applicants. |
| License validity | 90 days from the date of issuance (Texas statewide rule). |
| Where & how to apply | You may submit an application online, but it is not required; both applicants must visit any of the six County Clerk locations in person within 3 days of an online submission. |
| Office hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at all six locations. |
Special notes
With six office locations, Denton County offers more choice of where to apply than most single-office counties.
Official source: Denton County Clerk — https://www.dentoncounty.gov/330/Marriage-Licenses
Last verified: August 2026
Last verified: August 2026