Find Walton County Marriage License

Marriage licenses in Walton County are handled by the Probate Court in Monroe. Couples must come to the courthouse together and bring valid identification. The process is straightforward and can be done in a single visit. Walton County sits in north-central Georgia, east of metro Atlanta. The probate court serves the entire county for marriage license needs. No appointment is required, though it helps to call first. Georgia has no waiting period, so your license is good to use right away after you leave the courthouse.

Walton County Probate Court Details

The Walton County Probate Court in Monroe is where all marriage licenses are issued for the county. The court is in the county courthouse. It is the sole office that handles these records in Walton County. You will deal directly with the probate clerk when you apply.

Call the court at (770) 267-1307 to ask questions before your visit. The mailing address is P.O. Box 745, Monroe, GA 30655. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office closes for lunch on some days, so calling ahead is wise.

The Walton County probate judge may also officiate wedding ceremonies. Ask about this when you pick up your license. There may be an added fee for a courthouse ceremony.

What You Need for a Walton County Marriage License

Both applicants must be present at the same time. This rule has no exceptions. Bring a valid photo ID with you. Georgia does not require a blood test, and there is no waiting period at all. You can get married the same day you pick up the license.

Accepted ID types include:

• Driver's license or state ID card
• U.S. passport or passport card
• Certified copy of a birth certificate
• Military ID card

You must be at least 18. If you were married before, you need to show proof that your last marriage ended. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or a death certificate. The clerk will not process your application without it.

Any Georgia resident can apply for a marriage license in Walton County, even if they live in a different county. Out-of-state couples must apply in the county where the wedding will take place. Once issued, the license is valid across Georgia. There is no residency rule that limits where you can use it.

Marriage License Fees in Walton County

A marriage license in Walton County costs $56. That is the standard fee across most Georgia counties. If both applicants complete a premarital education course that is at least six hours long, the fee drops to $16. The course must have been finished within the past 12 months.

Bring the certificate from your course provider when you go to the court. Without it, you pay the full $56. Fees must be paid at the time you apply. Contact the clerk to confirm what payment methods they take. Some courts accept cash only, while others also take cards.

After the marriage is recorded, you can order certified copies. Each copy has a fee. Call the Walton County Probate Court for the exact price. Copies can be picked up in person or sent by mail.

Returning the License After the Ceremony

Your officiant must sign the license after the wedding. The signed license then needs to go back to the Walton County Probate Court within 30 days. Mail it to P.O. Box 745, Monroe, GA 30655, or drop it off in person. Late returns can cause problems with your records.

Once the court records the signed license, you can get certified copies of your marriage certificate. This is the official proof of your marriage. The court will mail you a copy in most cases, but check with the clerk to be sure.

The state vital records office at dph.georgia.gov keeps marriage records from June 1952 through August 1996. For any other dates, the Walton County Probate Court is the place to go.

Georgia Marriage License Overview

Georgia's marriage license process is handled at the county level. The Georgia.gov website has a helpful page that explains the process statewide.

The rules are the same in every county. No blood test. No waiting period. Both people show up with ID and pay the fee. The only things that differ by county are hours, exact payment methods, and whether the judge does ceremonies. The process itself is set by state law.

Apply Online for Walton County

Start your application from home through the Georgia Probate Records portal. Fill in the details, print the form, and take it with you to the Walton County Probate Court. You still need to go in person. The online form just saves time at the counter.

Search for existing Walton County marriage records at the marriage record search page. Not every record may be in the system, especially older ones. For hard-to-find records, contact the court directly.

Nearby Counties

Walton County is bordered by these Georgia counties. You can apply for a marriage license in any county in the state if you are a Georgia resident.