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All marriages must be contracted by a formal ceremony performed or solemnized in the presence of at least two adult, competent persons as witnesses, by a judge or retired judge of any court in this state, or an ordained or authorized preacher or minister of the Gospel, priest or other ecclesiastical dignitary of any ...

Not only must you obtain a marriage license prior to your wedding, don't forget your officiant needs to meet the requirements, as well! The person performing your wedding must register their credentials with the court clerk prior to your ceremony. Oklahoma marriage licenses require two witnesses' signatures.

Premarital counseling programs must be conducted in ance with Oklahoma Statute 43 O.S. 5.1. Waiting Period - No waiting period required except for those under the age of 18. If under the age of 18, there is a 72 hour waiting period. Waived Period Exception - A written waiver signed by Judge is required.

Oklahoma statutes require that you spend a minimum of four (4) hours on the premarital course. Every premarital course offered anywhere in Oklahoma will require the same four hour minimum.

Oklahoma marriage licenses are $50. However, if you and your fiance have completed at least four hours of state-approved pre-marital counseling, you can bring your completion certificate (the original, not a copy) to the court clerk and pay only $5 instead of $50!

Premarital counseling generally lasts for about 8-10 weeks. The couple and counselor meet once per week, on average. Some couples might choose to speed up the process and meet twice a week for a shorter period of time. Or, a couple might go slower if they plan on having a long engagement.