Stockbridge Marriage License
Marriage licenses for Stockbridge residents are issued by the Henry County Probate Court in McDonough. Stockbridge does not have a probate court of its own. The Henry County courthouse in McDonough is about a 10-minute drive from Stockbridge. Both applicants must appear in person. With roughly 35,893 people, Stockbridge is the second-largest city in Henry County. The probate court handles all marriage license applications, recordings, and certified copies for the county.
Stockbridge Marriage License Quick Facts
Where to Get a Stockbridge Marriage License
Stockbridge couples apply at the Henry County Probate Court in McDonough. The office is at 99 Sims Street in the Henry County courthouse area. Walk-ins are accepted during regular office hours. The court also offers some services by appointment.
Check the Henry County Probate Court website for the latest on office hours and forms.
Always confirm hours before making the drive from Stockbridge, especially around holidays.
| Court | Henry County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 99 Sims Street, McDonough, GA 30253 |
| Phone | (770) 288-7600 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Processing takes about 20 to 30 minutes at the counter. Arrive at least 45 minutes before closing to make sure staff can finish your paperwork. The Henry County courthouse in McDonough has a parking lot on site. Stockbridge residents should take I-75 or GA-155 for a quick trip to the courthouse.
Stockbridge Marriage License Requirements
Both applicants must appear together at the Henry County Probate Court. No proxy or mail-in applications are allowed. Each person must be at least 18. Georgia permits a 17-year-old to apply with proof of legal emancipation. No one under 17 can marry in the state.
Bring a valid form of photo ID:
- State-issued driver's license or ID card
- Original or certified birth certificate (English translation if needed)
- Valid U.S. passport
- Military ID
If you were married before, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree, annulment order, or death certificate. The Henry County Probate Court will not issue a new license without this proof. Georgia has not required blood tests since July 1, 2003, so no medical exam is necessary.
Georgia residents can apply at any county probate court in the state. Non-residents must apply in the county where the ceremony takes place. There is no waiting period in Henry County. The license is valid right away and does not expire.
Marriage License Fees for Stockbridge Residents
Henry County charges $56 for a standard marriage license. One certified copy of the marriage certificate is included in the fee. The copy gets mailed to you after the court records the license.
Couples who complete a premarital education course pay $16 instead. The course needs to be at least six hours long and done within 12 months of your application. A licensed counselor, therapist, or clergy member must lead the course. Bring your certificate of completion to the Henry County Probate Court. This saves Stockbridge couples $40 on their marriage license.
Additional certified copies cost $10 each. Request them at the time of application or contact the court afterward. The court accepts cash and most credit and debit cards. Ask about any card processing fees when you visit.
After Your Stockbridge Wedding
The officiant must sign the marriage license after the ceremony. Return the signed license to the Henry County Probate Court within 30 days. Drop it off in person at 99 Sims Street, McDonough, GA 30253, or mail it to the same address.
Recording takes up to 30 days. Your certified marriage certificate arrives by mail after recording is complete. If 45 days pass without a certificate, call (770) 288-7600. Keep your own copy of the signed license as a backup until the official document arrives in the mail.
Search Stockbridge Marriage Records
Search for existing marriage records from Stockbridge using the Georgia Probate Records search tool. This statewide database has records from many Georgia counties, including Henry County. Search by name and narrow results by county.
The Georgia Department of Public Health holds marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For records outside that range, contact the Henry County Probate Court. Third-party services like VitalChek also process Georgia vital records orders with added service fees.
For older records, use the Request for Search of Marriage form from the Georgia DPH. Mail it with the fee to the DPH office in Atlanta.
Henry County Marriage License Records
Stockbridge is in Henry County, and all marriage licenses are issued by the Henry County Probate Court in McDonough. For the full list of fees, forms, and contact details, visit the county page.