Chatham County Marriage License
Planning a Savannah wedding? The Chatham County Probate Court charges $76.00 for a marriage license, or $36.00 with a premarital education certificate. Chatham works by appointment only, so finish our online course before you book.
- Chatham County fee with our certificate: $36.00 instead of $76.00
- 6 hours, online, one enrollment for both of you
- Original signed, notarized certificate mailed by USPS
The course pays for itself: Georgia waives the marriage license fee for couples who finish premarital education, which saves up to $40 in most counties.
Start the course – $17.49 per coupleOne price covers both of you. Signed, notarized certificate mailed to your door. Standard, Faith-Friendly or Inclusive version.
Chatham County marriage license at a glance
| Where | Chatham County Probate Court, Chatham County Courthouse, 133 Montgomery Street, Room 509, Savannah, GA 31401 |
|---|---|
| Hours | By appointment only (call for current hours) |
| Phone | 912-652-7264, option 2 |
| Fee | $76.00 without premarital education |
| Fee with certificate | $36.00 with a premarital education certificate |
| Included | The fee includes one certified copy of the marriage certificate. All fees are non-refundable. |
| Payment | Credit card, debit card, cash, money order or cashier's check in the exact amount. Personal checks are not accepted. A 5% service fee applies to card payments. |
| Waiting period | None for applicants 18 and older |
Source: Chatham County Probate Court marriage license page. Fees and rules can change; check the court's page before you go.
How to apply in Chatham County
- Take premarital education first. 6 hours together, within 12 months before you apply. Our online Georgia premarital course is $17.49 per couple; allow time for the mailed certificate.
- Complete and submit the online marriage license application first.
- Then book a licensing appointment. Do not book until your application is in and your documents and IDs are ready.
- Both of you come to Room 509 with every supporting document, including your premarital certificate.
The premarital certificate in Chatham County
Chatham charges $36.00 instead of $76.00 when you present a signed and dated certificate of completion from a qualifying premarital education program with at least six hours of instruction.
What to bring
Proof of age: a valid driver's license, an original or certified birth certificate, a valid passport or armed forces ID. Divorced? Bring the final, stamped, sealed decree from your most recent divorce. Widowed? Bring proof of death. Documents not in English need a certified translation.
After the wedding
Return the completed license to the Probate Court by mail for recording. Your certified copy is mailed back after recording.
Good to know in Chatham County
- Walk-ins are not served: they get the link to book an appointment.
- The Chatham Probate Court does not perform wedding ceremonies.
What the course saves you in Chatham County
| License without the course | $76.00 |
|---|---|
| License with our certificate | $36.00 |
| You save at the court | $40 |
| Course, both of you | $17.49 |
| Money left over | $22.51, plus the skills |
The course pays for itself: Georgia waives the marriage license fee for couples who finish premarital education, which saves up to $40 in most counties.
Start the course – $17.49 per coupleOne price covers both of you. Signed, notarized certificate mailed to your door. Standard, Faith-Friendly or Inclusive version.
Reviewed by Kristen Franzen, LMHC. Facts checked against the Chatham County Probate Court website and O.C.G.A. 19-3-30.1. Last updated .
Chatham County marriage license FAQ
How much is a marriage license in Chatham County?
$76.00, or $36.00 with a premarital education certificate (Chatham County Probate Court). The fee includes one certified copy of the marriage certificate. All fees are non-refundable.
Does Chatham County accept an online premarital course?
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 19-3-30.1) sets what counts: at least 6 hours, taken together, within 12 months, from a qualifying provider. It does not require the course to be in person. Chatham charges $36.00 instead of $76.00 when you present a signed and dated certificate of completion from a qualifying premarital education program with at least six hours of instruction.
Do we need an appointment in Chatham County?
Complete and submit the online marriage license application first. Then book a licensing appointment. Do not book until your application is in and your documents and IDs are ready. Both of you come to Room 509 with every supporting document, including your premarital certificate.
Do we have to apply in Chatham County?
No. If either of you lives in Georgia, you can apply at the probate court in any Georgia county. If neither of you lives in Georgia, apply in the county where the ceremony will happen.
Can couples outside Savannah take this course?
Yes. Couples in Pooler, Tybee Island, Richmond Hill, Garden City and anywhere in Georgia take the same course, and the certificate works at any Georgia probate court.
Other counties: Cobb County · Gwinnett County · Fulton County · DeKalb County. Applying somewhere else? See the Georgia marriage license guide.