Union County Marriage License Search

Marriage licenses in Union County are issued through the Probate Court in Blairsville. Union County is in the mountains of north Georgia, and the probate court handles all marriage license applications for the area. Both people must visit the court in person with valid photo identification. The license fee is $56 at the standard rate, and $16 for couples with a premarital education certificate. No blood test is needed, and there is no waiting period in Georgia. The license is good the moment it is issued, so same-day ceremonies are possible.

Union County Probate Court

The Union County Probate Court is in Blairsville, right in the heart of the north Georgia mountains. This area is a popular destination for mountain weddings, and the probate court staff is used to helping both local and out-of-town couples. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours.

Check the Georgia state marriage license page for a rundown of what every county requires.

All counties in Georgia follow the same basic rules outlined on the state page.

Blairsville is a small mountain town. The courthouse is centrally located and easy to find. If you are visiting for a destination wedding, plan your courthouse trip during the week since the office is closed on weekends.

What You Need to Bring

Both people must show up at the Union County Probate Court. No exceptions. Each applicant needs a current photo ID.

Accepted forms of ID:

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

If either person was married before, bring a certified copy of the divorce decree, annulment, or death certificate. The court will not issue a new license without proof that the prior marriage is over. No blood test is required. Georgia ended that rule in 2003.

You must be at least 18. There is no residency requirement for Georgia residents. Non-residents can apply in Union County if the wedding will take place here. The application asks for basic information like names, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers.

Marriage License Fees

The Union County marriage license fee is $56. The discounted rate of $16 applies when both people bring a premarital education certificate. The course needs to be at least six hours and completed within the past year.

All fees are non-refundable. You pay when you apply. Call (706) 439-6022 to confirm accepted payment types. Cash is always accepted. Not all small offices have card processing.

Certified copies of the marriage certificate are available for a per-copy fee from the Union County Probate Court. Having extras is helpful when you start updating your legal documents after the wedding.

After the Ceremony

Your officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. The signed license must be returned to the Union County Probate Court within 30 days. You can mail it or bring it to the courthouse.

The court records the license and sends you a certified marriage certificate. Processing takes a few weeks. This is the official document proving you are married. If 45 days pass without receiving it, call the court to follow up.

You will need the certificate for name changes, tax filing, and insurance. Keep it in a safe spot. Ordering a replacement takes time and money if the original is lost or damaged.

Union County Marriage Records

Search for Union County marriage records at the Georgia Probate Records search tool. It is free and searchable by name or date.

You can fill out the marriage application ahead of your visit using the online application form. Print it and bring it to Blairsville.

For state-level marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996, contact the Georgia Department of Public Health. Records from other time periods are kept by the Union County Probate Court.

Tips for Your Union County Visit

Union County draws a lot of couples who come for mountain weddings. If that is you, plan your courthouse visit during the week. The office is closed on weekends. Blairsville is a small town and the court is easy to find, but don't wait until the last minute before your ceremony to get the license.

Bring all your documents on the first trip. If you forget your ID or a divorce decree, you have to come back another day. Arrive at least 30 minutes before the court closes so there is time to finish. The process takes about 20 minutes. If you are coming from out of state, remember that you must get married in Union County if that is where you applied. Georgia residents can apply anywhere and get married anywhere in the state.

Nearby Counties

These mountain counties border Union County. Georgia residents can apply at any county probate court.