Search Troup County Marriage License

Marriage licenses in Troup County are issued at the Probate Court in LaGrange. The court serves all of Troup County, including the city of LaGrange and surrounding communities. Both applicants must visit the probate court together with valid photo ID. A standard license costs $56. Couples who complete a premarital education course pay $16 instead. Georgia does not require a waiting period or blood test, so the license is ready to use right away. Troup County sits on the Alabama state line in western Georgia.

Troup County Probate Court

The Troup County Probate Court in LaGrange is the place to go for your marriage license. LaGrange is the county seat and the largest city in Troup County. The court handles a steady flow of applications throughout the year. Walk-ins are accepted, though calling ahead is always a good idea.

For general guidance, the Georgia state marriage license page explains the rules that apply across all counties.

The state guidelines cover everything from ID requirements to fee structures, and they apply to Troup County as well.

The courthouse is in downtown LaGrange. Parking is available in the area. Plan to spend about 20 to 30 minutes once you are at the counter, provided you have all your documents ready to go.

Marriage License Requirements

Both applicants must come to the Troup County Probate Court in person. Nobody else can apply on your behalf. Each person needs a valid photo ID. The court checks identification before processing any application.

Valid forms of ID:

• State-issued driver's license or ID card
• Valid U.S. passport
• Certified copy of birth certificate
• Military ID

If either person was previously married, bring a certified copy of the divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate. The court needs this to confirm the prior marriage has ended. Georgia removed the blood test requirement in 2003. There is no waiting period at all.

Both applicants must be at least 18 years old. Georgia residents can apply at any county probate court in the state. If neither person is a Georgia resident, the license must be obtained in the county where the ceremony will happen. No residency requirement applies to Georgia residents.

Troup County License Fees

A marriage license in Troup County costs $56. The reduced fee of $16 applies if both applicants complete a premarital education program of at least six hours within the 12 months before applying. You must present the certificate of completion at the time of application.

Payment is due when you submit the application. Fees are not refundable. Call the Troup County Probate Court at (706) 883-1740 to confirm what forms of payment are accepted. Most offices take cash and checks, and some accept credit or debit cards.

Extra certified copies of the marriage certificate are available from the probate court for a small per-copy fee. Order them when you need them for name changes, legal filings, or insurance updates.

After Your Wedding

Once the ceremony is over, the officiant signs the marriage license. The signed license must be returned to the Troup County Probate Court within 30 days. You can mail it or bring it in person. This is a critical step that should not be delayed.

After the court records the returned license, you receive a certified marriage certificate by mail. This process typically takes a few weeks. The certificate is your legal proof of marriage and is needed for name changes, insurance, and many other official matters.

If more than 45 days pass and you have not received your certificate, call the Troup County Probate Court. Keep the certificate in a safe place once you have it. Replacing a lost or damaged certificate requires time and a fee.

Search Troup County Marriage Records

Look up marriage records for Troup County through the Georgia Probate Records search tool. It is free and searchable by name or date.

Start your application ahead of time using the online application portal. Fill it out, print it, and bring it to the LaGrange courthouse to save time during your visit.

The Georgia Department of Public Health has marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For records outside that period, contact the Troup County Probate Court.

Cities in Troup County

LaGrange is the largest city in Troup County. Residents of all Troup County cities get their marriage licenses at the Troup County Probate Court.

Nearby Counties

These counties are next to Troup County. You can apply at any Georgia county probate court.