Nebraska marriage license: cost and requirements
There is no waiting period and the license lasts 1 year. If either of you is under 19, you need your parents' permission.
Nebraska summary
Official source Reviewed Nov 4, 2026 · Official source, with details that may vary.
- Cost
- Varies by county (for example, $25 in Dodge and $50 in Holt).
- Waiting period
- No waiting period (Lancaster County).
- Validity
- 1 year from issuance (Neb. Rev. Stat. 42-104).
- Witnesses
- At least 2 witnesses present at the wedding (42-104).
How much is a marriage license in Nebraska?
Varies by county (for example, $25 in Dodge and $50 in Holt).
What do you need to get the license?
- ID: Government photo ID; names and birthplace of parents; Social Security numbers (Lancaster County).
- Minimum age: Minimum 17 (42-102). Applicants under 19 need consent from a parent or guardian (in Nebraska the age of majority is 19).
- Other requirements: Date the previous marriage ended, if applicable. The parental consent form is notarized.
Where do you get it, and who issues it?
County clerk.
Where it is valid: Any Nebraska county; only for weddings inside the state (Lancaster County).
Is there a waiting period, and does it expire?
- Waiting period: No waiting period (Lancaster County).
- Validity: 1 year from issuance (Neb. Rev. Stat. 42-104).
How many witnesses, and who can marry you?
- Witnesses: At least 2 witnesses present at the wedding (42-104).
- Who can officiate: We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Nebraska counties with an AltarPlan guide
We haven't published Nebraska county guides yet: we verify them one by one against the official source. In the meantime, these rules apply statewide and the office can confirm the exact fee.
How to get a marriage license in Nebraska
- Confirm where to apply: County clerk.
- Gather your ID: Government photo ID; names and birthplace of parents; Social Security numbers (Lancaster County).
- Get your payment ready: Varies by county (for example, $25 in Dodge and $50 in Holt).
- Count the waiting period: No waiting period (Lancaster County).
- Marry within the validity period: 1 year from issuance (Neb. Rev. Stat. 42-104).
- Before you go, confirm everything with the office that issues the license: fees and hours change.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Nebraska marriage license valid anywhere in the state?
Any Nebraska county; only for weddings inside the state (Lancaster County).
What is the minimum age to marry in Nebraska?
Minimum 17 (42-102). Applicants under 19 need consent from a parent or guardian (in Nebraska the age of majority is 19).
Does AltarPlan issue the license?
No. AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. This information is a general guide, not legal advice: confirm with the office.
Sources and review date
- Nebraska Legislature, 42-104 (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Nebraska Legislature, 42-102 (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Lancaster County Clerk, Marriage Licenses (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Douglas County Clerk, FAQ (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
Reviewed Nov 4, 2026. If you spot an error, write to us.
AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice. Confirm with the county office.