Fayette County Marriage License
Marriage licenses in Fayette County are issued by the Probate Court in Fayetteville. The court charges $76 for a standard license or $36 with a premarital education certificate. These fees are higher than the base rate in many other Georgia counties. Both applicants must appear together in person with valid photo ID. Fayette County is south of Atlanta and includes Peachtree City, Fayetteville, and Tyrone. The Probate Court is in the Fayette County Administrative Complex.
Fayette County Marriage License Quick Facts
Fayette County Probate Court Office
The Fayette County Probate Court is at 1 Center Drive in Fayetteville. The office handles marriage licenses along with other probate matters. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Walk-in applications are accepted during business hours. Bring both applicants, your photo IDs, and payment. The process takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Arrive well before closing to make sure the staff has time to finish your application.
| Address | 1 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (770) 716-4220 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fee | $76 standard / $36 with premarital education |
The Administrative Complex is on Center Drive just off Highway 85. Parking is free and plentiful. The Probate Court shares the building with other county departments, so look for signs directing you to the right office.
Fayette County Marriage License Requirements
Both people must come to the Probate Court together. Each needs valid photo ID. Accepted forms include a driver's license, state-issued ID, passport, or military ID. Birth certificates also work as proof of age.
If either applicant has been married before, you must bring proof that the marriage ended. A certified copy of the final divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate is required. The court checks these documents before issuing a new license.
Georgia does not require a blood test. There is no waiting period. The license is issued on the same visit. It does not expire. Georgia residents can get a license in any county. Non-residents must apply in the county where the ceremony will take place.
You must be 18 or older. A 17-year-old may apply with proof of emancipation. The emancipation must have been granted at least 15 days before the application. The other party cannot be more than four years older. No one under 17 qualifies.
Marriage License Fees in Fayette County
Fayette County charges $76 for a marriage license without premarital education. With a certificate, the fee is $36. These are higher than the $56 and $16 rates you will find in many Georgia counties. The court adds a local processing fee on top of the state base rate.
The premarital education program must be at least six hours. Complete it within 12 months of applying. Both people attend together. A licensed counselor, therapist, psychologist, or clergy member must teach the course. Have the certificate in hand when you apply. The discount is not available after the fact.
Certified copies are $10 each. Order them from the Fayette County Probate Court in person or by mail. The Georgia Department of Public Health has state-level records from June 1952 to August 1996.
After the Wedding Ceremony
The officiant signs the license after the ceremony. Return the signed document to the Fayette County Probate Court within 30 days. The court records it and mails your marriage certificate. Processing takes up to 30 days.
If you do not get your certificate within 45 days, call (770) 716-4220. Common reasons for delay include missing signatures and incomplete fields on the license form.
Fayette County Marriage License Online
Start the application through the Georgia Probate Records portal. Fill it out online, print the form, and bring it to the Probate Court. This speeds things up but does not replace the in-person visit.
Search for existing records using the marriage record search tool. For a general overview of Georgia marriage license rules, visit the Georgia.gov page.
Cities in Fayette County
Fayette County includes Peachtree City, Fayetteville, and Tyrone. All residents apply for a marriage license at the Probate Court in Fayetteville.
Nearby Counties
Fayette County is south of Fulton County in the Atlanta metro area. These counties are nearby and each has a Probate Court that issues marriage licenses.