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Frequently Asked Questions - when applying for a Marriage License
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Q: Do you issue marriage licenses to inmates?
A: No, both parties must be present to apply for a marriage license.
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Q: Does the marriage license expire?
A: You have 6 months from the time that the marriage license is issued to have the ceremony performed. Once that time period has expired, you will need to re-apply.
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Q: What is the legal age to marry without parental consent?
A: You must be over the age of 18 to marry without parental consent in South Carolina.
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Q: Is a blood test required?
A: A blood test is not required in South Carolina.
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Q: Do you have to be a resident of South Carolina to get married in South Carolina?
A: No, however, if you apply for and receive a South Carolina marriage license you must marry in South Carolina.
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Q: If you get a license in another state, can you be married in South Carolina?
A: No, you must marry in the state that issues you the marriage license.
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Q: If you have a South Carolina marriage license, can you get married in another state?
A: No, you must marry in the state that issues you the marriage license.
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Q: Is there a waiting period from the time you apply for your license to the time that you can get married?
A: There is a 24-hour waiting period from the time of application for the license to the time the marriage license can be issued. You must apply on Thursday for a Saturday wedding. You can not pick up a marriage license on Saturday. Once you have received your marriage license, there is no further waiting period. However, you must marry within 6 months of the license being issued.
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Q: Is the Probate Judge available to do marriage ceremonies and if so, how much does it cost?
A: The Probate Judge is available in some counties to perform the marriage ceremony and the cost will vary. The Probate Judge in Richland County does not perform marriage ceremonies. We have the names and costs of chapels and notary publics that perform these ceremonies in Richland County available.
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Q: What type of identification is required when applying for a marriage license?
A: You will need a Social Security Card along with one of the following types of identification: a Department of Transportation Issued ID, a driver's license, a military ID, or a passport.
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Q: Who can perform a marriage ceremony?
A: Only Ministers of the Gospel or accepted Jewish Rabbis and Officers authorized to administer oaths in the state are authorized to administer a marriage ceremony in this state. Please refer to South Carolina Code of Laws Section 20-1-20.
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Q: What are your business hours?
A: We take applications from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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