How to Officiate a Wedding in Cobb County, Georgia

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Cobb County follows Georgia state marriage law — no waiting period, no registration required, and your FSM ordination is all you need to officiate. This page covers the local details: where to get the marriage license, what it costs, and what to know about doing it here.


Getting the Marriage License

The couple needs to get their marriage license before the wedding. Here’s where to go in Cobb County:

Cobb County Clerk
32 Waddell Street
(770) 528-1900 · www.cobbcounty.gov

Fee $62
Hours Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

These details come from Georgia state law — see the full Georgia wedding guide for more.

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period None
License valid for Check with clerk
Witnesses needed Discrepancy — ULC and web say 2 required; AMM and independent say none
Return deadline Within 30 days

FSM Ordination Package

The Ordination Package — $79

  • Paper Certificate of Ordination
  • Black/Silver Resin Wallet Card
  • Two Vinyl Car Decals
  • Digital credentials (PDF) delivered same-day
  • Free shipping worldwide

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