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But remember, just because it's fast doesn't mean you can wait until the last minute. The marriage license only becomes valid 24 hours after it's issued, so we recommend you don't run to pick it up the day before. For Immediate help with your family law case or answering any questions please call (312) 757-8082 now!

To Obtain a Marriage License: You must be getting married in Knox County. Both parties need to be present. Please come to the Office of the Knox County Clerk, Knox County Courthouse, First Floor, 200 S. Cherry St., Galesburg, IL.

The marriage license is valid for 60 days, and is valid only in the county in which it was issued, which means that your marriage ceremony must take place within that county. There is a one-day waiting period before the license becomes effective.

After applying for an Illinois marriage license at the county clerk's office where the wedding is taking place, it will be issued to you immediately. There are no waiting periods and the license is valid for up to 60 days and takes effect the day after it was issued.

Lack of legal recognition of the marriage: If a marriage license is never filed, the marriage may not be legally recognized by the government. This means that the couple may not be considered legally married for taxes, immigration, or other legal matters.

Marriage licenses are valid the day after you get them. That means you can't go to the county clerk's office the morning of your wedding so plan ahead! They are also only valid for sixty days, which means you can't get them too far in advance of your wedding.