Marriage License in El Paso County, Texas
Cost, office and documents to get a marriage license in El Paso County, with the official link and the date we reviewed it.
El Paso, TexasSummary: El Paso County, TX
Official source Reviewed Nov 4, 2026 · Official source, with details that may vary.
- Cost
- $81. If neither of you shows a Texas ID with a Texas address: $181 (an additional $100 allowed by state law). Card payments: an extra 2.50% charge (credit) or $2.95 (debit).
- Waiting period
- 72 hours after the license is issued. Does not apply to active-duty military, to U.S. Department of Defense employees or contractors, to anyone with a current Twogether in Texas certificate, or to anyone who obtains a waiver signed by a district or justice of the peace judge.
- Validity
- The wedding must take place within 89 days of issuance; no exceptions.
- Witnesses
- We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Where to apply
- Office: El Paso County Clerk, Vitals Division: 500 E. San Antonio, Suite 105, El Paso, TX 79901 (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Northeast and Northwest annexes (8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., closed 12:00–1:00 p.m.); the Ysleta annex is temporarily closed.
If neither of you has a Texas ID with a Texas address, the license costs $100 more. With the Twogether in Texas course certificate, you avoid the 72-hour wait.
Texas rules (apply statewide)
- Typical cost
- Varies by county; e.g., Bexar and Travis $80.
- Waiting period
- 72 hours after the license is issued. Does not apply to active-duty military, people who complete the Twogether in Texas course, or anyone who gets a written waiver from a judge.
- Validity
- It expires if the ceremony is not held before the 90th day after issuance.
- Witnesses
- We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
How much is a marriage license in El Paso County?
$81. If neither of you shows a Texas ID with a Texas address: $181 (an additional $100 allowed by state law). Card payments: an extra 2.50% charge (credit) or $2.95 (debit).
Fees change: confirm the amount on the official website before you go.
Where to get the license and how the process works
In person, both of you, no appointment (first come, first served) at the main office or the annexes. There is an online application form (apps.epcountytx.gov/VitalRecordsPortal).
Office: El Paso County Clerk, Vitals Division: 500 E. San Antonio, Suite 105, El Paso, TX 79901 (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Northeast and Northwest annexes (8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., closed 12:00–1:00 p.m.); the Ysleta annex is temporarily closed.
What to bring
Current government-issued photo ID: driver's license, state ID, passport, military ID or visa. Names will appear on the license exactly as they appear on the ID. You must know your Social Security number. If there was a divorce, 30 days must pass after it became final (unless waived, with a certified copy). Minimum age: 18.
Waiting period, validity and witnesses
- Waiting period: 72 hours after the license is issued. Does not apply to active-duty military, to U.S. Department of Defense employees or contractors, to anyone with a current Twogether in Texas certificate, or to anyone who obtains a waiver signed by a district or justice of the peace judge.
- Validity: The wedding must take place within 89 days of issuance; no exceptions.
- Witnesses: We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this license somewhere else in Texas?
Anywhere in Texas.
What is the minimum age to marry in Texas?
18; minors only if a court removed the disabilities of minority (emancipation), with a certified copy of the order.
What ID do you need in Texas?
Driver's license or state ID (current or expired less than 2 years), original or certified birth certificate, passport or other government document (Family Code § 2.005); Social Security number if you have one.
Does AltarPlan issue the license?
No. AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice: confirm with the county office.
Sources and review date
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AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice. Confirm with the county office.