Search Rockdale County Marriage License
Marriage licenses in Rockdale County are issued by the Probate Court in Conyers. Both people must appear in person with valid identification. The court accepts cash, cashier's checks, money orders, and most major credit cards. A $4.00 service fee applies for card payments. Rockdale County is one of the smaller counties in the Atlanta metro area, but the Probate Court handles a steady stream of marriage license applications. Standard Georgia fees apply, and the process is straightforward if you bring the right documents.
Rockdale County Marriage License Quick Facts
Rockdale County Probate Court
The Rockdale County Probate Court is at 874 N. Main Street NW in Conyers. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Marriage license applications are processed during these hours.
Conyers is east of Atlanta along Interstate 20. The courthouse is on Main Street in the center of town. Free parking is available near the building. The Probate Court handles marriages, estates, firearms permits, and other legal matters.
| Address | 874 N. Main Street NW, Conyers, GA 30012 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (770) 278-7700 |
| Fax | (770) 278-8928 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
The Probate Court accepts cash, cashier's checks, and money orders. MasterCard and Visa are also accepted with a $4.00 service fee. American Express is not accepted. Plan your payment method before your visit.
Rockdale County Marriage License Requirements
Both applicants must appear in person. Each person needs a valid photo ID. A driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID will work. Birth certificates are also acceptable as proof of age.
If you were married before, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate. The court needs to verify that no prior marriage is still in effect before issuing a new license.
There is no blood test in Georgia. No waiting period. No residency requirement for Georgia residents. The license is issued the same day and does not expire. Non-residents must apply in the county where the ceremony takes place.
You need to be 18 or older. A 17-year-old can apply with emancipation documents. The emancipation must have been in place for at least 15 days. The other party cannot be more than four years older. Nobody under 17 is eligible.
Marriage License Fees and Payment
A standard marriage license costs $56. The reduced fee with premarital education is $16. The program must be at least six hours and finished within 12 months. Both applicants must attend the program together.
Bring the certificate of completion to the Probate Court. You cannot get the lower fee after paying the full amount. The court accepts cash, cashier's checks, and money orders. Credit and debit card payments come with a $4.00 service fee. Only MasterCard and Visa are accepted.
Certified copies of your marriage certificate cost $10 each. You can get them at the Rockdale County Probate Court in person or by mail. The Georgia Department of Public Health holds records from June 1952 through August 1996.
After the Ceremony
The officiant signs the license after your wedding. Return it to the Rockdale County Probate Court within 30 days. Mail it to 874 N. Main Street NW, Conyers, GA 30012 or drop it off in person. The court records the license and mails your certificate. Allow up to 30 days.
Call (770) 278-7700 if you have not received the certificate after 45 days. Delays usually come from incomplete forms or missing signatures on the license.
Rockdale County Marriage Records
Fill out the application ahead of time at the Georgia Probate Records portal. Print the form and bring it to your visit. You still need to appear in person, but pre-filling the application saves time.
Use the marriage record search to look up existing records. The Georgia.gov marriage license page has general state information about the process.
Cities in Rockdale County
Conyers is the county seat and only city in Rockdale County. All marriage license applications are handled at the Probate Court in Conyers. Rockdale is one of Georgia's smallest counties by land area.
Nearby Counties
Rockdale County is east of Atlanta. These nearby counties each have their own Probate Court. Georgia residents can apply for a marriage license in any county.