Access Greene County Marriage License
Marriage license applications in Greene County are processed at the Probate Court in Greensboro. Greene County is east of Atlanta, in the Lake Oconee area. The county has become a popular spot for lakeside and resort weddings. The probate court is the sole issuing office for marriage licenses in the county. Both people who plan to get married must appear together with valid photo ID. Walk-in applications are taken during regular hours. The courthouse is in Greensboro, the county seat, and the process is straightforward for most couples.
Greene County Marriage License Quick Facts
Greene County Probate Court Information
The Greene County Probate Court in Greensboro handles all marriage license applications for the county. The court is in the Greene County Courthouse. Staff take walk-in applications and can process most on the spot.
| Office | Greene County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | P.O. Box 710, Greensboro, GA 30642 |
| Phone | (706) 453-3340 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Greensboro is about 75 miles east of Atlanta on I-20. The area around Lake Oconee attracts many couples for destination weddings at area resorts. If you are a non-Georgia resident getting married at a Lake Oconee venue, you must apply for the license in Greene County since that is where the ceremony takes place.
Georgia residents can apply in any county. So if you live in Atlanta but are marrying at Lake Oconee, you could apply at a courthouse closer to home. The license is valid statewide.
Marriage License Requirements for Greene County
Both applicants must visit the Greene County Probate Court together. No one can apply on your behalf. Each person needs a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID.
If either person has been married before, you must bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or a death certificate for the former spouse. The court requires this to verify that all prior marriages ended legally. Only certified copies are accepted.
Applicants must be 18 or older. Persons aged 17 can apply with a court-issued emancipation order. Georgia does not require a blood test. There is no waiting period at all. You can hold the ceremony right after getting the license.
Use the online application portal to fill out the form before you visit. Print it and bring it to the courthouse. This is a smart step if you are visiting the area for a destination wedding and want to make the most of your time.
Greene County Marriage License Fees
The marriage license fee in Greene County is $56. Couples who have completed a premarital counseling program pay only $16. The program must be at least six hours and completed within 12 months of the application.
Georgia law provides this discount in every county. Programs from licensed counselors, clergy, or approved online providers all qualify. You must present the completion certificate at the time of filing to receive the reduced rate.
Check with the court about payment options before you go. Call (706) 453-3340 to confirm whether they accept cash, checks, or cards.
Greene County Marriage License Resources
The Georgia.gov marriage license page has a statewide overview of the process for all counties.
This page covers ID rules, fee details, and what to do after the ceremony. All of it applies to the Greene County Probate Court.
After the Wedding in Greene County
The officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. The signed license must be returned to the Greene County Probate Court within 30 days. Mail it or bring it to the Greensboro courthouse.
If you had a destination wedding and are heading home, mail the license to the address above. The court records it and sends a certified marriage certificate to you. This process takes a few weeks. If 45 days pass and it has not arrived, call the court.
Copy the signed license before sending it in. The marriage certificate is the official proof of your marriage for all legal and administrative purposes.
Search Greene County Marriage Records
Greene County marriage records are maintained at the Probate Court in Greensboro. Call (706) 453-3340 to inquire about a specific record or to get a certified copy. You can also try the Georgia Probate Records search tool for online lookups.
The Georgia Department of Public Health holds state marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For records outside that window, the county court is the place to go.
Nearby Counties
Greene County is in east-central Georgia near Lake Oconee. These neighboring counties also issue marriage licenses through their probate courts.