How to Get Legally Married in Tennessee
- Katie Mae Williams
- Jun 17
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 26
Don't Overlook the Most Important Step of Planning an Elopement or Wedding!
GETTING A MARRIAGE LICENSE IN TENNESSEE
Before you can marry in Tennessee, you’ll need to take care of the legal side of things. Fortunately, getting a marriage license in Tennessee is a pretty simple process! Here’s what you need to know to make it official.
Apply Online
To streamline your visit, you can fill out the application online before heading to the Clerk's office.
What Items/Information You'll Need to Bring With You
ID Requirements:
One of the following: State certified birth certificate, Driver License, State Issued ID
Identification guidelines for Legal Aliens who do not have a social security number:
Each with valid expiration dates: Passport and American Visa, or
Resident Alien Card (Green Card)
You must know the following:
Parents full name (including maiden name of mother)
Parents state of birth and address (if living)
Applicant's number of prior marriages
Date last marriage ended (if applicable)
Fees
Out of State Residents: $41.00 cash | Visa and Mastercard are also accepted, but a small transaction fee applies.
Tennessee Residents: $101.00 cash | Visa and Mastercard are also accepted, but a small transaction fee applies. The $60.00 fee will be waived if applicants compete a four-hour premarital course and present a notarized certificate of completion (which can be obtained through the Sevier County Clerk’s office).
Important Things to Note
If you're coming in from out of state to get married in Tennessee, you can't bring a marriage license from another state. You have to get your marriage license at a county in Tennessee to get legally married in Tennessee.
A marriage license is valid for 30 days after issuance and may be executed outside of Tennessee. However, it must be returned to the issuing Clerk for recording and filing with the Tennessee Vital Records Office.
Both applicants must be present and apply in person together.
No waiting period or blood test. The license is valid immediately and must be used within 30 days.
A marriage license must be returned to the issuing Clerk for recording and filing with the Tennessee Vital Records Office.
County Clerk Offices Closest to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Sevierville Office
125 Court Ave, Suite 202E, Sevierville, TN 37862
(865) 453-5502
Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Fri: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Gatlinburg Office
405 Reagan Drive, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 430-3404
Mon, Wed, Fri: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Sat: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Pigeon Forge Office
300 Pine Mountain Road, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-6613
Saturday only: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
For the most up to date information on Tennessee Marriage Licenses: Check out the Tennessee County Clerk Website
Getting your marriage license in Tennessee is one of the easiest steps in your elopement or wedding planning journey. As long as you bring the right documents and apply within 30 days of your ceremony, you’ll be all set. If you have any questions along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out or check with the local Clerk’s office to ensure everything goes smoothly. Here’s to a stress-free start to your greatest adventure yet!