Obtaining a Pennsylvania Marriage License

Both applicants must be present and 18 years of age or older. If either applicant is under 18 years old their parent or guardian must be present.

Bring the following items:

* Drivers license and/or birth certificate – guardians must supply this information also (call courthouse to obtain specific requirements)
* Social Security Card
* If either party has been married previously, present divorce decree or death certificate.
* $50 cash (fees vary between courthouses)

There is a three day waiting period, not including the date of application. The license is valid for 60 days and is good anywhere in Pennsylvania.

Pocono Area Courthouses and Phone Numbers

Carbon County Courthouse 1-570-325-2261
Lackawanna County Courthouse 1-570-963-6702
Monroe County Courthouse 1-570-420-3400
Northampton County Courthouse 1-610-559-3090
Pike County Courthouse 1-570-296-7231
Wayne County Courthouse 1-570-253-5970

Visit Commonwealth of PA Marriage License Web Site