Lancaster County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Lancaster County
| Office | Lancaster County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court |
|---|---|
| Address | County Courthouse, 50 North Duke Street Lancaster 17602 |
| Phone | (717) 295-5913 |
| Website | https://co.lancaster.pa.us/159/Register-of-Wills |
Good to know
Lancaster County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court handles marriage licenses for Lancaster County at County Courthouse, 50 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. The same elected office serves as both Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court. The office also handles probate and inheritance-tax matters for the county.
How the process works
Both people appear together in person with valid government photo ID. Pennsylvania issues marriage licenses through the Register of Wills or Clerk of Orphans' Court in each county; a license cannot be issued until the third day after application and is valid for no more than 60 days. Confirm anything time-sensitive with Lancaster County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Lancaster County?
In person at the Lancaster County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court, County Courthouse, 50 North Duke Street (Lancaster, PA 17602).
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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.