Congratulations, y’all! I’m so excited that you’re getting married!
How do you get married in Evansville, IN?
Here’s your checklist:
- Fill out a Marriage License Form. Start here.
- Get an appointment at the Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office
- Bring a valid photo ID, driver’s license, or passport.
- Pay the marriage fees Indiana resident, bring $25 (includes application, copy, and certification fees). If you’re an out-of-state resident, bring $65.
- Bring proof of Social Security (card, paystub, or tax form).
- Attend the ceremony
- Hire an officiant and schedule your ceremony
- Attend your ceremony
Congrats, you’re officially married! 🎉
The officiant will file the license with the Clerk’s Office.
How to Get a Vanderburgh County Marriage License
First, you’ll need to schedule an appointment at the Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office:
• Schedule an appointment online or call (812) 435-5719.
Requirements:
• Complete the Marriage License E-File Application.
• Provide a valid photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport.
• Provide proof of Social Security.
• Both applicants must apply in person at the Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office in Evansville to receive your marriage license.
• Fees:
• Indiana Residents: $25
• Out-of-State Residents: $65
Notes:
• You both must be at least 18 years old. If either of you is 16 or 17, you’ll need parental consent.
• The marriage license is valid for 60 days in Indiana.
• The Clerk’s Office does not perform the ceremony. You’ll need an officiant to do that for you.
Then head to the Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office at the date and time of your appointment:
Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office
1 NW Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Room S240
Evansville, IN 47708
Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Getting Married in Evansville, IN
You have 2 ways of getting married in Vanderburgh County:
1. Schedule an appointment at the courthouse
2. Hire an officiant to perform your ceremony
Getting Married at the Courthouse
Once you get your marriage license, you can schedule a time with the City Clerk’s Office for your ceremony.
Requirements:
• Your marriage license
• Your partner
Notes:
• Ceremonies are performed in the Clerk’s Office by appointment only.
• The ceremony is short, approximately 7-8 minutes.
1 NW Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Room S240
Vanderburgh County Clerk’s Office
1 NW Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Room S240
Evansville, IN 47708
Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM