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Welcome to the Will County Clerk's Marriage License Web Site.

The County Clerk issues licenses for marriages that occur in Will County.  Both the bride and the groom must apply in person for the marriage license.  For more information on marriage license services call (815) 740-4626.

Use these links to jump down the page of topics and frequently asked questions.
Marriage License Requirements
Where can I get a Marriage License?
Scheduling a Ceremony at the Will County Courthouse
Marriage License Information Brochure (Printable Form)  

Marriage License Requirements

It is important to note that a marriage license is valid only in the county in which it is issued.
bulletBoth parties must be 18 years of age in order to obtain a license.
bulletPersons who are 16 or 17 years of age may obtain a license only with consent
            of both parents.
bulletYou must show two proofs of age -- one MUST BE a certified copy of your birth
certificate; and one of the following: baptismal certificate, valid driver's license,
school record, draft card, fire arms registration, military i.d., or other document
showing your date of birth.
bulletCertified copies of divorce decrees are required.
bulletIf previous marriage has been dissolved by the death of a spouse, a certified death
certificate is required.

The cost of a marriage license in Will County is $28.00 payable by cash or check.

Both parties must be present when applying for the license.

A marriage license becomes effective one day from the date issued and is valid for 60 days from the date it becomes effective.

If you are being married in Will County and need further information, please call the Marriage Department at 815/740-4626 for further information.

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Scheduling a Ceremony at the Will County Courthouse

Marriages are performed at the Will County Courthouse at the following times:

 Monday through Friday                Saturday
11:00 to 11:45 a.m.                        Ceremonies begin at 9:00 a.m.
3:00 to 3:45 p.m.                             Couples should arrive no later than 8:30am     8:30                                    Courtroom #212                             Courtroom #111

 No appointment is necessary.

 No witnesses are required.

 The fee is $10.00 cash only (exact change, please) and is paid in the Circuit Clerk’s Office at 14 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL  60432.

 For more information, call (815) 727-8592.

 Scheduling a Civil Ceremony Outside the Will County Courthouse

 If you would like to schedule a civil ceremony outside the Courthouse, you may call the Chief Judge’s office at (815) 727-8540 to obtain a list of retired judges available to provide this service.

 The fee is determined by each judge.

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Where can I get a Marriage License?

Marriage licenses are issued at the Will County Clerk's Office in downtown Joliet and at both the satellite branch offices in Eastern and Northern Will County.

"Click Here" for office locations, driving directions, and normal operating hours.

 

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OFFICE OF THE WILL COUNTY CLERK | 302 North Chicago Street | Joliet, IL 60432
815-740-4615 | FAX 815-740-4699

Page Last Updated: 08/11/2008 Will County Clerk