Complete the official form
Use the Alabama Marriage Certificate form and enter the required information.
Open official form →Alabama Marriage Certificate
Getting married in Alabama? Start here.
Use these four simple steps, then follow the official Alabama and Jefferson County links for the current legal requirements.
Four Simple Steps
Keep it straightforward.
Sign and notarize it
Follow Alabama’s signature and notary requirements. Electronic signatures are not accepted.
Read Alabama FAQs →Record it within 30 days
The completed form must reach an Alabama probate court within 30 days of the later spouse-signature date.
Confirm requirement →Check the probate-court details
If you use Jefferson County, confirm the current fee, hours, payment method, and submission instructions.
Jefferson County details →Jefferson County
Current published filing information
Jefferson County currently lists the Marriage Certificate filing fee at $84.50, with additional copies listed at $3.00. Government fees and procedures can change, so verify before submitting.
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The $195 Opal Crest service is separate from government filing fees and does not replace Alabama Marriage Certificate requirements.
Legal disclaimer: Opal Crest Hall provides this page as general informational assistance only and does not provide legal advice or government services. Marriage laws, forms, fees, office hours, and procedures may change. Confirm current requirements with the Alabama Department of Public Health and the applicable probate court.