Marriage License Savings · TX

Texas Marriage License Discount

Q: What is the Twogether in Texas program?

Twogether in Texas is a state-sponsored program that provides a $60 discount on marriage license fees and waives the 72-hour waiting period for couples who complete an approved 8-hour premarital education course.

Q: How long is the Texas premarital counseling certificate valid?

The Twogether in Texas certificate is valid for 1 year from the date of course completion. You must apply for your marriage license within that window to receive the discount.

Q: How much does a marriage license cost in Texas with the discount?

With the premarital counseling discount, the Texas marriage license costs $22.00 instead of the standard $82.00. That is a savings of $60.00.

Q: Can we do premarital counseling online and still get the Texas discount?

Yes, Texas accepts online premarital counseling.

Q: Who qualifies to provide premarital counseling in Texas?

Texas accepts premarital counseling from: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Psychologist, Ordained Clergy, State-approved program provider. Providers must be registered with the state.

Save $60.00 on your Texas marriage license by completing premarital counseling. The waiting period is also waived.

Standard Fee

$82.00

You Save

$60.00

With Counseling

$22.00

Bonus

3-day waived

Fastest Route

Find a Twogether in Texas registered provider, complete 8 hours together, get your certificate, and present it at the county clerk within 1 year.

Requirements

Complete a qualifying premarital counseling program, then present your certificate at the county clerk's office when applying for your license.

Min. hours8 hrs

FormatsIn-person · Online · Video course

ProvidersLMFT · LPC · LCSW +3

CertificateCustom form OK

Accepted providers

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Psychologist
Ordained Clergy
State-approved program provider

Providers must be registered with Texas.

Certificate requirements

Both partners' full names
Completion date
Provider name and credentials
Total hours completed

Certificate valid for 365 days from completion date.

Where to submit

Where: County clerk office

How: Present Twogether in Texas certificate with marriage license application

When: Within 1 year of certificate date

Online submission not accepted — you must appear in person.

Download Texas Certificate Form

Step-by-Step Guide

Find an approved Twogether in Texas provider or similar 8-hour premarital education course
Complete the full 8-hour course together as a couple
Receive your Twogether in Texas certificate of completion
Present the certificate at the county clerk within 1 year of completion
Receive a $60 discount and waiver of the 72-hour waiting period

Certified Premarital Counselors in Texas

These professionals in Texas can provide premarital counseling that qualifies for the marriage license discount.

View All Texas Counselors