Find Newnan Marriage License
Marriage licenses for Newnan residents are issued by the Coweta County Probate Court. The City of Newnan does not handle marriage licenses. Newnan is the county seat of Coweta County with a population close to 45,500. The probate court is right in town, making it easy for local couples to apply. Both applicants must appear in person at the courthouse. Coweta County follows the same state rules as all other Georgia counties when it comes to marriage license applications and fees.
Newnan Marriage License Quick Facts
Where to Get a Newnan Marriage License
Newnan couples apply at the Coweta County Probate Court. The mailing address is P.O. Box 920, Newnan, GA 30264. The physical office is at the Coweta County Courthouse in downtown Newnan. Both people must show up in person to complete the application.
The Coweta County Probate Court handles all marriage license processing for Newnan and the rest of the county.
The image above shows the Georgia vital records page with statewide marriage license information that applies to Newnan and all other Georgia cities.
| Court | Coweta County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 920, Newnan, GA 30264 |
| Phone | (770) 254-2690 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Call ahead at (770) 254-2690 if you need to check whether an appointment is required. The courthouse is easy to find in the center of Newnan. Parking is available on surrounding streets and in nearby public lots. Bring all your documents to avoid a second trip.
Newnan Marriage License Requirements
Both applicants must be present at the Coweta County Probate Court. Each person needs a valid photo ID. A driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID will work. You must also provide your Social Security number.
If either applicant was married before, you need proof the prior marriage ended. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate. The clerk will not issue a new marriage license without it.
Georgia has no blood test requirement. There is no waiting period. The license takes effect the day it is issued. Both applicants must be at least 18. A 17-year-old may apply only with proof of legal emancipation. No one under 17 can marry in the state.
Georgia residents can apply at any county probate court. Newnan residents are not limited to Coweta County, but since the courthouse is in town, it is the most practical choice. If you work in another county, you could apply there instead.
Fees for a Newnan Marriage License
The standard marriage license fee at the Coweta County Probate Court is $56. Couples with a qualifying premarital education certificate pay $16. That is $40 off. The six-hour course must be led by a licensed counselor, therapist, or clergy member.
Finish the course within 12 months of applying. Bring the certificate to the probate court. Without it, you pay full price. Many churches and counseling offices near Newnan offer programs that meet the state guidelines.
Fees are non-refundable. Additional certified copies of the marriage certificate have a separate cost. Call the court at (770) 254-2690 for the latest pricing on copies and to check which payment methods they accept.
After Your Newnan Wedding
The officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. Return the signed license to the Coweta County Probate Court within 30 days. You can mail it to P.O. Box 920, Newnan, GA 30264 or bring it to the courthouse in person. The court records the marriage and sends a certified copy of the marriage certificate.
Recording may take several weeks. If you have not received your certificate within 45 days, call (770) 254-2690 to follow up. The certified certificate is what you need for name changes, bank accounts, insurance, and other legal updates after your wedding.
Search Newnan Marriage Records
Search for marriage records through the Georgia Probate Records search tool. This statewide database includes records from participating counties. You can search by name and filter by county.
The Georgia Department of Public Health has marriage records from June 1952 to August 1996. For records from other years, contact the Coweta County Probate Court directly. Third-party services like VitalChek can also process orders for Georgia marriage records with added service fees.
Newnan has grown fast in the past two decades. The number of marriage licenses filed in Coweta County reflects that growth. For older records, provide both spouses' full names and the approximate date of the marriage when you ask the court for a search.
Coweta County Marriage License Records
Newnan is the county seat of Coweta County. All marriage licenses go through the Coweta County Probate Court. For full county information on fees, hours, and resources, visit the county page.