Coles County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Coles County, Illinois: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Coles County
| Office | Coles County Clerk & Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 651 Jackson Avenue Room 122 Charleston 61920 |
| Phone | (217) 348-0501 |
| Office hours | Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm |
| Website | https://www.colesco.illinois.gov |
Good to know
The county clerk & recorder handles licenses from 651 Jackson Avenue Room 122 in Charleston (61920). Office hours are Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm. Both parties normally apply in person, so confirm current requirements with the clerk before your visit.
How the process works
Both people appear together in person with valid government photo ID. Illinois marriage licenses are issued by the county clerk where the ceremony will take place, become usable one day after issuance and expire after 60 days. Confirm anything time-sensitive with Coles County Clerk & Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Coles County?
In person at the Coles County Clerk & Recorder, 651 Jackson Avenue Room 122 (Charleston, IL 61920).
What are the Coles County Clerk & Recorder hours?
Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm
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Directory last checked 2026-10-24. Office details are gathered from official county sources — always confirm current hours and fees before visiting.