Beavercreek Marriage License
Beavercreek marriage license records are managed through the Greene County Probate Court in Xenia. All applications, certified copies, and record searches go through that office.
Beavercreek Overview
Greene County Probate Court for Beavercreek
The Greene County Probate Court handles all marriage licenses for Beavercreek. The courthouse is at 45 N. Detroit Street, Xenia, OH 45385. You can reach the Marriage License Bureau at (937) 562-5284. The main court number is (937) 562-5280. Judge Thomas O'Diam presides over the court, with Chief Deputy Clerk Amy E. Shumway and Deputy Clerk Brandy N. Fite running day-to-day operations.
General court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, the Marriage License Bureau has slightly different hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. That last detail is easy to miss. If you show up at 3:45 thinking you have time, you will find the window closed. Plan to arrive by 3:00 PM at the latest so the staff can process your application the same day.
Beavercreek Marriage License Requirements
Both people must come to the courthouse in person. Ohio law under ORC 3101.05 is clear on this point. No one can apply on your behalf. Each person has to state under oath their name, age, residence, place of birth, occupation, father's name, and mother's maiden name. You also need to give the name of the person who will perform the ceremony.
Bring a valid photo ID like a driver's license or passport. Your Social Security number is needed for the application, but it will not show up on the actual license. That protection is built into ORC 3101.051. If you were married before, bring a certified copy of your most recent divorce decree or a death certificate if you are widowed. You must also list the names of any minor children from past marriages.
Below is a screenshot of the Greene County Probate Court website, which Beavercreek residents use for marriage license services.
The court site lists forms, fees, and contact details for the Marriage License Bureau.
Fees and Payment in Greene County
The filing fee at Greene County Probate Court is about $50. The court's fee schedule was last updated in March 2025. As of early 2026, online payments are temporarily unavailable, so you should plan to pay in person. Check with the court before your visit to confirm what payment methods they accept right now.
Certified copies of a completed marriage certificate cost $2.00 each. You can pick them up at the courthouse or request them by mail. Getting several copies at once is a good idea if you plan to change your name at the BMV, Social Security office, banks, or with your employer.
How Long Is a Beavercreek Marriage License Good For
The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. This applies across Ohio per ORC 3101.07. If the ceremony does not happen in that window, the license expires. You would have to go back to the probate court and start over with a new application and a new fee.
There is no waiting period in Ohio. Once the judge approves your application, you can have the wedding that same day if you want. The state got rid of its five-day waiting period back in February 2001.
Civil Ceremonies Near Beavercreek
If you want a civil ceremony, one option near Beavercreek is the Fairborn Municipal Court at 1148 Kaufman Avenue, Fairborn, OH 45324. The phone number is 937-754-3110. Judges there can perform marriages. You will still need your Greene County marriage license in hand before any ceremony takes place.
Under ORC 3101.08, authorized officiants include ordained ministers registered with the Ohio Secretary of State, county and municipal court judges, probate judges, and mayors. The Greene County Probate judge can also solemnize marriages per ORC 2101.27. Any fee the judge charges goes to the county general fund.
Searching Greene County Marriage Records
The Greene County Records Center and Archives has a digital records system. You can search their online catalog for marriage records and other probate files. The archives hold over 835 digital records that you can filter by subject, including marriage records. Contact them at archives@greenecountyohio.gov or call 937-562-6487.
Marriage records are public in Ohio. Under ORC 149.43, anyone can request to see these records during business hours. The court must give you copies at cost. The only thing they will remove is Social Security numbers. Wright State University Libraries in nearby Dayton also has historical Greene County marriage records from 1803 to 1870 in their special collections.
This screenshot shows the Fairborn Municipal Court site, where Beavercreek area residents can arrange civil ceremonies.
Contact the court directly to ask about scheduling a ceremony and any fees involved.
Legal Resources for Beavercreek Couples
Ohio Legal Help offers free guidance on marriage license steps, name changes, and other family law topics. The site covers every county in Ohio and can point you to the right court. For more complex questions, the Ohio Supreme Court website has attorney directories and self-help resources.
If you need to correct a mistake on a marriage certificate after it has been filed, ORC 3101.15 lets a person who is not a party to the marriage file an application to fix errors. The court sets a hearing date at least seven days after filing. If the judge is satisfied the facts are true, they order the correction.
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