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Fort Bend County processes marriage licenses through the County Clerk’s office, which requires both applicants to appear together in person after completing the application online.
| License fee | $72 standard fee, reduced to $12 with proof of completing a state-approved premarital education course. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | 72 hours after the license is issued (Texas statewide rule), waivable for active-duty military, by court order, or by completing the premarital education course. |
| Documents / ID required | Valid government-issued photo ID for both applicants. If either applicant is divorced, a 30-day waiting period after the divorce is final applies before remarriage, unless waived or remarrying the same former spouse. |
| License validity | 90 days from the date of issuance (the 72-hour wait counts against this window; Texas statewide rule). |
| Where & how to apply | Complete the marriage license application online before your visit, then appear together in person at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office, 301 Jackson St, Richmond, TX 77469. |
| Office hours | Confirm current hours before visiting; call 281-341-8685 with questions. |
Special notes
Both applicants must be 18 or older in Fort Bend County; Texas otherwise requires a court order removing the disabilities of minority for anyone under 18.
Frequently asked questions
Can we complete the whole application online in Fort Bend County?
You can complete the application online before your visit, but both applicants must still appear together in person at the County Clerk’s office to receive the license — Texas does not offer a fully online process.
How do we reduce the marriage license fee in Fort Bend County?
Completing a state-approved premarital education course and bringing proof to your appointment lowers the fee from $72 to $12.
Official source: Fort Bend County Clerk — https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/formal-marriage-license
Last verified: September 2026
Last verified: September 2026
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