Outer Banks Marriage License Requirements — Dare County
Make Your Marriage Official
In Manteo, the Register of Deeds issues marriage licenses. Before visiting, both applicants should complete the application through the MARRIAGE KIOSK. The application remains in the system for 15 days.
Both applicants must appear in person at the Register of Deeds Office and bring the following:
- A valid government picture ID card for each applicant, such as a driver’s license or passport, showing the date of birth.
- Each applicant’s Social Security number, or an affidavit indicating that the applicant is not eligible for a Social Security number.
- Applicants under the age of 21 must also present a certified birth certificate.
- If a prior marriage ended through divorce less than a year before, bring a paper copy of the divorce decree. For a divorce completed more than a year before, provide the month and year of the divorce.
- Applicants under the age of 18 should contact the office at 252.475.5970 for additional requirements.
License Details
Upon issuance, your marriage license is immediately valid for 60 days.
The marriage license fee is $60.00. Payment may be made by credit/debit card, cash Exact Change, or money order payable to the Dare County Register of Deeds. Credit card purchases include a 2% surcharge.
Marriage Licenses are issued between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. If possible, please arrive no later than 4:30.
Ceremony Permits and Restrictions
Contact the town where your ceremony will take place to learn about any additional permits or restrictions.
- Town of Duck — (252) 255-1234
- Town of Southern Shores — (252) 261-2394
- Town of Kitty Hawk — (252) 261-3552
- Town of Kill Devil Hills — (252) 449-5300
- Town of Nags Head — (252) 441-5508
- Town of Manteo — (252) 473-2133
- Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area — (252) 473-2111