How to Officiate a Wedding in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

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Montgomery County follows Pennsylvania 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
425 Swede Street
(610) 278-3400 · www.montgomerycountypa.gov

Fee $90
Hours Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Online application Yes
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

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

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None formal, but varies by county
Waiting period Check with clerk
License valid for 60 days
Witnesses needed 2
Return deadline Within 10 days
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