How to Officiate a Wedding in Fairfax County, Virginia

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Fairfax County follows Virginia state marriage law — no waiting period, 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 Fairfax County:

Fairfax County Clerk
4110 Chain Bridge Road
(703) 691-7320 · www.fairfaxcounty.gov

Fee $30.00
Hours open 8AM-4PM
Online application Yes
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

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

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? Yes — must petition circuit court for authorization order
Waiting period None
License valid for 60 days
Witnesses needed None required
Return deadline Within 5 days
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