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Hidalgo County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk’s office, with locations in Edinburg and McAllen.
| License fee | $82 standard. Reduced to about $21 if both applicants complete the state-approved “Twogether in Texas” premarital education course, which also waives the 72-hour waiting period. |
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| Waiting period | 72 hours after issuance (Texas statewide rule), waived for couples who complete the Twogether in Texas course, by court order, or for active-duty military. |
| Documents / ID required | A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID or driver’s license (any state), or an original/certified birth certificate as proof of age and identity. Documents must be originals or certified copies — expired documents are not accepted. |
| License validity | 90 days from issuance (the 72-hour wait counts against this window). |
| Where & how to apply | An online pre-application is available, but both applicants must still appear together in person to take the oath and receive the license, at the courthouse in Edinburg or the branch office in McAllen. |
| Office hours | Weekdays — hours vary by office location, so confirm with the County Clerk before visiting. |
Special notes
Both applicants must appear together in person even if you complete the online pre-application first; Texas has no fully online marriage license process.
Frequently asked questions
How can we skip the waiting period in Hidalgo County?
Complete the state-approved Twogether in Texas premarital education course before applying — it waives the standard 72-hour wait and also lowers the license fee.
Can we apply for a Hidalgo County marriage license online only?
No. Texas requires both applicants to appear together in person at the County Clerk’s office to receive the license, even if you start an application online first.
Official source: Hidalgo County Clerk — https://www.hidalgocounty.us/1350/Marriage-Licenses
Last verified: September 2026
Last verified: September 2026
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