How to Officiate a Wedding in Montgomery County, Maryland

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Montgomery County follows Maryland 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 Montgomery County:

Montgomery County Clerk
50 Maryland Avenue
(240) 777-9460 · www.montgomerycountymd.gov

Fee $165
Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

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

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period Check with clerk
License valid for 6 months
Witnesses needed None required
Return deadline Within 5 days
FSM Ordination Package

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  • Paper Certificate of Ordination
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