Where to go:

Leelanau County
County Clerk
301 East Cedar
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-9824
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / M - F

Charlevoix County
County Clerk
203 Antrin
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-7200
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / M - F

Emmet County - Petoskey
County Clerk
200 Division Street
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 348-1744
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. / M - F

Grand Traverse County
County Clerk
400 Boardman Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-4760
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / M - F
 

Michigan Marriage License Requirements:

Legal Age: 18

Blood Test: None

Residency Requirements: Mich. residents must apply in the county in which at least one party resides. The license may then be used anywhere in Michigan. Out-of-state applicants must apply in the county in which they will marry.

Fee: $20 (cash, check, or money order) / $30 if non-resident (cash, check, or money order)

ID: Valid photo ID

Who Must Be Present to Apply: Either bride or groom must be present with all the relevant information.

Waiting Period: 3 days

Valid for: 30 days

Valid Out of Municipality: See residency requirements.

If Previously Married: Know dates and locations of divorce or death.