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  • Tennessee Code on Domestic Relations
    Adoption, Paternity, Marriage, Divorce and Annulment, Alimony and Child Support, Child Custody and Visitation
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    Divorce, Annulment, Separation, Division of Property, Child Support, Visitation, Child Abuse, and Domestic Abuse

Marriage

Minimum Age

Parental consent is required for people under 18 years old to marry. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.

Marriage License

Marriage licenses are issued by County Clerks. The license is valid for 30 days, and no blood test or physical is required.

License Fees

The license fee ranges from $93.50 - $98.50. Couples who attend a Premarital Preparation course can get $60 off their fee if they also submit a signed Certificate of Completion PDF.

Waiting Periods

There is no waiting period. If the requirements are met, the license can be issued at that time, and the marriage can take place immediately following.

Divorce

Parenting Plan

Order of Protection