Wilson County Marriage License

The Wilson County Clerk in Floresville issues marriage licenses for the county. Both applicants must appear in person to apply. Texas rules under the Texas Family Code Chapter 2 govern who can apply, what they must bring, and how long the license is valid. No residency is required. Both applicants need valid photo ID and their Social Security numbers. A 72-hour waiting period applies after the license is issued. The license is valid for 90 days. Wilson County sits southeast of San Antonio, and many couples in this area use Floresville as their licensing location.

Wilson County Clerk - Marriage License Office

The Wilson County Clerk handles all marriage license applications at the courthouse in Floresville. This is the only office in the county where you can get a formal or informal marriage license. The staff can walk you through the application form, confirm the fee, and answer questions about requirements. They also maintain the official record after the signed license is returned post-ceremony.

Floresville is a short drive from San Antonio. Some couples who live near the county line choose to apply in Wilson County for convenience. The courthouse is in downtown Floresville. Plan to visit during regular business hours and bring everything you need to avoid a second trip.

The standard marriage license fee is approximately $82. Couples who complete the Twogether in Texas premarital course pay around $22 instead and also skip the 72-hour waiting period. Visit twogetherintexas.com to find a course near Wilson County. Bring a completion certificate when you apply. Cash and money orders are generally accepted; call ahead about card payments.

Note: Bring a certified divorce decree if either applicant was divorced within the past 30 days. Texas Family Code Section 2.009 prohibits issuing a new marriage license until 30 days after the prior divorce became final.

The Twogether in Texas program is a state-supported premarital course that reduces marriage license fees and waives the waiting period for Texas couples including those in Wilson County.

The Twogether in Texas course takes about 8 hours and is offered at multiple locations. Completing it saves about $60 on the license fee and gets you to the altar sooner.

Applying for a Marriage License in Wilson County

Both applicants must go to the courthouse in Floresville together. You cannot apply online or by mail. Most couples finish the process in under an hour when they arrive prepared with the right documents.

Bring these items to the clerk's office:

• Valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID
• Social Security number for each applicant
• Certified divorce decree if divorced in the past 30 days
• Court order if either applicant is under 18

You do not need to live in Wilson County or Texas. The license works anywhere in the state. No blood test is required. Just show up together, bring your ID and Social Security number, fill out the state application form, and pay the fee. The clerk will guide you through the form. Most questions are straightforward.

The state form under Texas Family Code Section 2.004 asks for legal names, birth information, and prior marriage history. If you have been married before, say when and how it ended. Be accurate. Errors or false statements can cause problems and false information on a marriage license application is a criminal offense in Texas.

Wilson County Fees and the 72-Hour Wait

Once your license is issued, a 72-hour clock starts. Texas law at Texas Family Code Section 2.204 requires this wait before the ceremony can legally happen. Pick up your license on a Wednesday and you cannot get married until Saturday. Apply at least a few days before your wedding, and account for the waiting period in your planning.

Three groups can waive the waiting period. Active duty military members qualify. A court can grant a waiver. Couples who complete the Twogether in Texas premarital program also skip the wait and pay a reduced fee of roughly $22 rather than the standard $82. The 8-hour course is available across South Texas. Find a location at twogetherintexas.com.

The 90-day window begins on the issue date. You must hold the ceremony within that time. No extensions. If it expires, apply and pay again. Most couples in Wilson County apply one to two weeks before their ceremony date to give themselves a comfortable buffer.

Wilson County Marriage Records

Your officiant must return the signed marriage license to the Wilson County Clerk within 30 days of the ceremony. This is required by Texas Family Code Section 2.206. Once recorded, it becomes part of the official public record. You can get certified copies from the County Clerk for approximately $21 each. These are used for name changes, insurance updates, and legal proceedings.

For statewide marriage record searches, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics unit maintains an index going back to 1966. Verification letters cost $20 and confirm a record exists. A full certified copy requires a request to the issuing county clerk. For records from Wilson County, contact the Floresville courthouse directly.

Older Wilson County marriage records may be accessible through the clerk's office for genealogy or research purposes. Historical records may also appear in regional archives or genealogy platforms. Fees for research or copies of older records vary. Contact the clerk to ask before making the trip.

Nearby Counties

Wilson County is in South Texas southeast of San Antonio. Neighboring counties follow the same state process for marriage licenses.