How to Officiate a Wedding in Cook County, Illinois

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Cook County follows Illinois state marriage law — 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 Cook County:

Cook County Clerk
www.cookcountyil.gov

Fee $75
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

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

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period waiting period (effective day after issuance; court can waive)
License valid for 60 days
Witnesses needed None required
Return deadline Within 10 days
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