04.06.15

Getting ready to get married in Ohio?  As you coordinate all of the details of your big day, be sure to make time to file for your Ohio marriage license.  A marriage license is the document that allows you to marry legally within the United States (which is a little bit important).   Ohio residents should not head to their county clerk's office to file for a marriage license.  Unlike most other states, Ohio issues marriage licenses via County Probate Offices.  Another important tip: be sure to hit the ATM machine prior to filing.  Most county probate offices will only accept cash for their marriage license filing fee, which can cost upwards of $76 in some Ohio counties.   Buckeye state residents will also get a taste of married togetherness before saying "I do".  Both members of the couple wishing to be married are required to be present to file for a marriage license.  Silver lining: you can plan to file around lunch time and then go out to celebrate being one step closer to married!