DeWitt County Marriage License

Couples in DeWitt County apply for their marriage license at the County Clerk's office in Cuero. Both people must show up in person, bring valid photo ID, and provide their Social Security numbers. DeWitt County is in South Texas along the Guadalupe River corridor, and the county clerk handles the full process from issuing the license to recording the marriage after the ceremony. You can also get certified copies of past marriage licenses at the clerk's office in Cuero.

DeWitt County Clerk

The DeWitt County Clerk's office in Cuero is the place to go for a marriage license. Both applicants must be present. The clerk will have you fill out an application, verify your identification, collect your Social Security numbers, and issue the license once you pay. The process doesn't take long if you have everything ready when you arrive.

The county's official website at co.dewitt.tx.us has department contact information. Call the clerk's office before your visit to confirm hours and payment methods accepted.

The DeWitt County official website at co.dewitt.tx.us lists county departments including the County Clerk, which handles marriage license applications and record keeping in Cuero.

The DeWitt County Clerk office in Cuero processes marriage license applications for couples in the county. Both applicants must be present with valid ID on the day you apply.

Requirements to Apply

Texas law requires both applicants to appear in person at the county clerk's office under Texas Family Code Chapter 2. You each need a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. You also need your Social Security number. The clerk records it but does not need the physical card.

You must be 18 or older. There is no blood test required in Texas. There is no residency requirement either. You can apply in DeWitt County even if you live in a different Texas county. The license is valid anywhere in the state.

If either of you was previously married, the divorce needs to have been final for at least 30 days. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree if that wait was recent. The clerk can tell you exactly what is needed for your situation when you call ahead.

Fees and the Waiting Period

The marriage license fee in DeWitt County is approximately $82. If you complete the Twogether in Texas premarital education program before you apply, the fee drops to around $22. The eight-hour course must be taken within a year of your application. Bring the certificate to the clerk on the day you apply.

A 72-hour waiting period applies to all marriage licenses in Texas. You cannot hold the ceremony until 72 hours after the license is issued. You can waive this wait with a valid Twogether in Texas certificate, active military status, or a waiver signed by a district judge. After the wait, the license is valid for 90 days. If your ceremony does not happen within that period, you must apply again. After the wedding, the officiant must return the signed license to the DeWitt County Clerk within 30 days.

Informal marriage registration is an option in Texas. Both parties file a Declaration of Informal Marriage with the county clerk. The fee is lower than for a formal license, and both parties still appear in person.

Marriage Records in DeWitt County

All marriage records in DeWitt County are maintained by the County Clerk. If you need a certified copy of a marriage license, go to the clerk's office in Cuero with the names of both parties and when the marriage was recorded. Certified copies are used for legal name changes, insurance documentation, and federal or state applications.

The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics section also keeps a statewide index of marriages from 1966 to the present. A verification letter from DSHS is available for $20 and can confirm whether a marriage record is in the state index, though it is not the same as a certified copy from the county.

Nearby Counties

DeWitt County is in the South Texas coastal plains region. Surrounding counties include: