Marriage License Information

Marriages in Tennessee are surprisingly easy; there's little red tape to get caught up in. A Tennessee marriage license can be obtained in person from any of the County Clerk's Marriage License Centers. There is no waiting period. Both parties must be present to obtain the marriage license. Proof of age is required by a valid driver's license; if applicants do not have a driver's license, they may use a state-issued I.D., a valid passport or certified birth certificate. They must present a social security card if it is not provided on the applicant’s driver's license. No blood tests are required, and applicants need not be residents of Sevier County to wed here. Couples may also bring a valid Tennessee marriage license from anywhere in the state of Tennessee, but licenses are only valid for 30 days after their issue. If applicants are under the age of 18, both parents and legal guardians must sign the marriage certificate. No appointments are necessary to obtain the license. Licenses cost $38.50 for non-residents of the state of Tennessee. If you are a resident of Tennessee the fee is $98.50. The $60.00 fee will be waived if applicants complete a four hour premarital preparation course and present a certification of completion which can be obtained through the county clerk’s office. The county clerk will take cash only in the exact amount.

Marriage License Centers

Gatlinburg Shilling Center
Reagan Drive, Gatlinburg
Monday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (865) 430-3404

Sevier County Courthouse
Court Avenue, Sevierville
Monday--Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturdays. (865) 453-5502

Pigeon Forge City Hall
Pine Mountain Road, Pigeon Forge
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays only. (865) 908-6613

Planning to get married in Gatlinburg in the near future?

Save time by submitting an online marriage license pre-application directly through the Sevier County's Clerks Office Website. Just fill out the form and submit along with your payment. They accept VISA and Master card. Then within the next 30 days you will need to pick up your license at one of their conveniently located offices listed below. Both parties must be present and have with them a legal form of identification. All Current State Laws apply to couples that complete an online pre-application form. Couples under 18 years of age will NOT be allowed to complete and submit an online pre-application form. Couples completing an online application form will be given a receipt for their transaction.