Tarrant County, TX courthouse wedding cost

License, ceremony and 1 copy: $187 to $317. A marriage license costs $76 or $16 with a Twogether in Texas certificate. A courthouse ceremony costs $150 to $220, depending on where and how you book it. A certified copy of the marriage certificate costs $21.

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Government fees

Where you'll get the license

Fees for 20 large counties and cities, copied from each clerk's own page.

License

The clerk adds a $100 out-of-state fee if neither of you can show Texas residency. A card payment adds a small processing fee.

Ceremony

By appointment, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash only. Up to 14 people in the courtroom, counting children and photographers.

Certified copies

$21 for the first, $11 for each one after. You'll need one for each name change.

Extras (optional)

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Courthouse wedding cost

$297Tarrant County, TX

Courthouse wedding cost by line
Cost	Amount
Marriage licenseMarriage license	$76
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 1	$200
Certified copies1 × $21	$21

Witnesses: Justice of the Peace Court 4 says no witnesses are required.

Waiting period: 72 hours, unless a district judge waives it, one of you is on active military duty, or you have a Twogether in Texas certificate.

How long the license lasts: The wedding must happen within 90 days of the day it's issued.

Fees from the Tarrant County Clerk, checked November 4, 2026. Fees change, so confirm before you go.

Tarrant County Clerk

Tarrant County, TX courthouse wedding fees

From the clerk's own pages · checked November 4, 2026
Fee	Price	What the clerk says
Marriage license	$76	“The fee is $76 cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover.” SourceThe clerk adds a $100 out-of-state fee if neither of you can show Texas residency. A card payment adds a small processing fee.
Marriage licenseWith a Twogether in Texas certificate	$16	“The fee is $16 for couples who attend the State of Texas approved Marriage Education Class and present a printed and valid Twogether in Texas Certificate or similar premarital counseling course certificate.” SourceBring the printed certificate from the state-approved marriage education class, or a similar premarital counseling course certificate.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 1	$200	“$200(Cash ONLY)” SourceBy appointment, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash only. Up to 14 people in the courtroom, counting children and photographers.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 2, Arlington	$200	“You must bring your marriage license and the $200 fee in cash only” SourceAppointments are recommended but not required. Cash only. Up to 25 guests. Evening and weekend weddings cost extra.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 3	$220	“$220 (Cash ONLY)” SourceBy appointment, Monday, Wednesday and Friday after 1 p.m. Cash only. Up to 30 people.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 4	$150	“The fee for a wedding during Monday thru Friday with the hours of 9:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. is $150.” SourceBy appointment, Monday to Friday, 9:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cash only. Prices differ after hours, on weekends and on holidays.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 5	$150	“$150 (cash only)” SourceBy appointment, during business hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash only.
Courthouse ceremonyJustice of the Peace 6	$200	“$200 during normal business hours (cash only)” SourceBy appointment, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cash only.
Certified copy	$21, then $11	“The fee is $21 for one copy and $11 for each additional copy purchased at the same time.” Source

You'll need a certified copy for each name change (Social Security, the DMV, a passport, the bank). With 3 copies instead of 1, add $22.

Before you go

What the clerk asks of you

Ceremony: Tarrant County justices of the peace marry couples, and each court sets its own fee. The County Clerk issues the license but does not perform ceremonies.
Witnesses: Justice of the Peace Court 4 says no witnesses are required.
Waiting period: 72 hours, unless a district judge waives it, one of you is on active military duty, or you have a Twogether in Texas certificate.
How long the license lasts: The wedding must happen within 90 days of the day it's issued.

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Tarrant County courthouse wedding questions

How much is a courthouse wedding in Tarrant County?

License, ceremony and 1 copy: $187 to $317. A marriage license costs $76 or $16 with a Twogether in Texas certificate. A courthouse ceremony costs $150 to $220, depending on where and how you book it. A certified copy of the marriage certificate costs $21. These are the official prices of the Tarrant County Clerk, checked November 4, 2026. Photos, outfits, rings or a meal afterwards are extra.

How much is a marriage license in Tarrant County?

A marriage license costs $76 or $16 with a Twogether in Texas certificate. Marriage license: The clerk adds a $100 out-of-state fee if neither of you can show Texas residency. A card payment adds a small processing fee. With a Twogether in Texas certificate: Bring the printed certificate from the state-approved marriage education class, or a similar premarital counseling course certificate.

Who performs courthouse weddings in Tarrant County?

Tarrant County justices of the peace marry couples, and each court sets its own fee. The County Clerk issues the license but does not perform ceremonies.

Is there a waiting period, and how long does the license last?

Waiting period: 72 hours, unless a district judge waives it, one of you is on active military duty, or you have a Twogether in Texas certificate. How long it lasts: The wedding must happen within 90 days of the day it's issued.

Do we need a witness?

Justice of the Peace Court 4 says no witnesses are required.

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Fees checked November 4, 2026. Report a fee that changed.