Marriage license FAQs

Welcome to the Marriage License "Frequently Asked Questions" page of the Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds website.

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Welcome to the Marriage License "Frequently Asked Questions" page of the Macomb County Clerk / Register of Deeds website. Below you will find answers to typical questions about applying for and requesting a copy of a marriage license.

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Do both of us have to come to the Clerk's Office to apply for a marriage license?

No, only one person is required to be here. They should bring a valid driver’s license or Michigan Identification card showing residency in Macomb County.

Do we have to take a health class, HIV class or blood test?

No, these are no longer requirements by the State of Michigan.

Do we need to bring our birth certificates with us?

No, but all of the required information is on the birth certificate.

Can we get married in your office?

No, you need to contact a wedding chapel in the yellow pages or the district court in the community where you live.

Where can I find a Justice of the Peace?

There is no longer a Justice of the Peace.

How does a spouse change their last name?

You may sign the marriage license with your spouse’s last name if that is the name you intend to take after you become married, but in order for it to become legal and valid, you must get your name officially changed with the Secretary of State (1-888-767-6424) and Social Security Administration (1-800-772-1213). These branch offices MAY NOT accept the copy you signed on your wedding day. In order to get a certified copy from our office, submit a request form (located on the other side of this document) and the appropriate fee ($15 for the first copy, $5 for each additional copy), and we will mail you certified copy of your marriage license that you can use at the Social Security Administration and Secretary of State.