Jenkins County Marriage License

Marriage license filings in Jenkins County take place at the Probate Court in Millen. This is a small county in east Georgia. The court is the only office that can issue a marriage license here. Both applicants must show up together with valid photo ID and the filing fee. No appointment is required. The process is usually quick, and you can walk out with the license the same day. If you are driving from another part of the state, call ahead to make sure the office is open. The staff can also answer questions about what to bring.

Jenkins County Probate Court

The Jenkins County Probate Court in Millen issues all marriage licenses in the county. The office is at the courthouse. Since this is a smaller court, you can expect personalized service. The probate judge handles marriage licenses along with other court matters.

Visit the georgia.gov marriage license page for a general overview of the statewide process.

The state site explains the requirements that apply in all Georgia counties, including Jenkins.

Call the office if you have any questions before your visit. The staff can tell you what to bring and confirm the court is open. Rural offices occasionally close for court hearings or training events.

Requirements for a Jenkins County Marriage License

Georgia law sets the same rules for every county. Both people must appear at the court together. You each need valid photo identification. The minimum age is 18.

• Driver's license or state-issued ID card
• Certified birth certificate
• Valid U.S. passport
• Military ID

Bring proof that any previous marriage has ended. A certified divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate is what the court requires. Without it, your application cannot be processed. Social Security numbers are needed for the form. You don't have to show the card.

Blood tests have not been required in Georgia since 2003. There is no waiting period. You can get married the same day you receive the license. There is no residency requirement for Georgia residents. Non-residents can apply but must hold the ceremony in Jenkins County.

Complete the application online at georgiaprobaterecords.com before visiting. Print and bring it to cut down on time at the counter.

Jenkins County Marriage License Fees

A standard marriage license costs $56 in Jenkins County. Couples with a premarital education certificate pay $16. The course must be six hours minimum and done within 12 months of your application.

All fees are non-refundable. Check with the court about payment options. The fee includes one certified copy of the marriage certificate mailed after the signed license is recorded. Additional copies cost about $10 each.

Having extra copies is useful. You may need them for name changes, bank updates, insurance companies, and updating your Social Security information. Getting them at the same time is more convenient than ordering later.

After the Wedding Ceremony

The officiant signs the license after the ceremony. Return the signed document to the Jenkins County Probate Court within 30 days. This is required by Georgia law.

Mail it to: Jenkins County Probate Court, P.O. Box 630, Millen, GA 30442. You can hand-deliver it too. The court records the marriage and sends your certificate by mail. Allow two to four weeks for delivery.

If your certificate has not arrived within 45 days, call (478) 982-4683 to check. Once you have it, keep it in a safe place. You will use it for legal and personal updates.

Jenkins County Marriage Record Search

You can look up Jenkins County marriage records using the Georgia Probate Records search tool. Search by name to find records across many Georgia counties.

The Georgia Department of Public Health holds state marriage records from June 1952 to August 1996. Go to dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords for details. For records outside that range, the Jenkins County Probate Court is your best source.

Certified copies can be requested by mail or in person. Include both names, the approximate date of marriage, and a check or money order. Allow a few weeks for the court to process your request.

Nearby Counties

Jenkins County borders several east Georgia counties. You can get a marriage license from any county probate court in the state.