Macon County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Macon County, Illinois: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Macon County
| Office | Macon County Clerk & Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 141 S. Main Street Room 201 Decatur 62523 |
| Phone | (217) 424-1362 |
| Office hours | Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm |
| Website | https://www.maconcounty.illinois.gov |
Good to know
The county clerk & recorder handles licenses from 141 S. Main Street Room 201 in Decatur (62523). 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 Macon County Clerk & Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Macon County?
In person at the Macon County Clerk & Recorder, 141 S. Main Street Room 201 (Decatur, IL 62523).
What are the Macon 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.