Search Tulsa County Marriage License
Tulsa County is the second most populous county in Oklahoma, and the Court Clerk's office in downtown Tulsa processes a high volume of marriage license applications each year. Both applicants must appear in person at the courthouse or at the Broken Arrow satellite office to fill out the required forms. You can search existing Tulsa County marriage license records through state court databases or contact the clerk's office by phone. Marriage records in Tulsa County go back to the early 1900s, and the staff keeps an extensive archive of historical filings.
Tulsa County Marriage License Overview
Tulsa County Court Clerk Office
Don Newberry serves as the Tulsa County Court Clerk. His office handles all marriage license applications for the county. The main office is on the second floor of the Tulsa County Courthouse at 500 South Denver Avenue. Walk-in service is the norm here. No appointment is needed. Just show up during business hours with your partner and a valid ID.
| Court Clerk | Don Newberry |
|---|---|
| Address | Tulsa County Courthouse, 500 S. Denver Ave., Room 200, Tulsa, OK 74103 |
| Main Phone | (918) 596-5420 |
| Marriage License Line | (918) 596-5478 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Marriage Apps | Accepted until 4:30 PM |
The staff stops processing new marriage license applications at 4:30 PM. Plan to arrive well before that cutoff. Paperwork takes time, and the clerk needs to verify your ID and enter your information before the office closes. If you have questions ahead of your visit, call the marriage license line at (918) 596-5478.
Broken Arrow Satellite Office
Tulsa County runs a satellite office in Broken Arrow for people who live in the south part of the county. This is a real convenience. The Tulsa County satellite office sits at 123 North Main Street in Broken Arrow's Rose District. It offers the same marriage license services as the main courthouse. If you live near Broken Arrow, Bixby, or Jenks, this location may save you a trip downtown.
| Address | 123 N. Main St., Broken Arrow, OK |
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| Phone | (918) 596-8991 |
| Weekday Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closed 12:00 - 1:00 PM for lunch) |
| Saturday Hours | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Payment | Credit/Debit card ONLY (no cash or checks) |
The Broken Arrow office is the only Tulsa County location open on Saturdays. That makes it a popular choice for couples with weekday jobs. Keep in mind that cash is not accepted at this location. You must pay with a credit or debit card. The satellite office also handles recording, certified copies, and divorce decrees up to 2004.
Note: The Broken Arrow satellite office closes for lunch from noon to 1:00 PM on weekdays and only takes card payments.
How to Get a Tulsa County Marriage License
Both parties must appear together. There are no exceptions. Bring a valid form of ID such as a state driver's license, passport, or military ID. You also need your Social Security number. If either person was married before, bring the date the prior marriage ended. The clerk will ask about this on the application form.
Oklahoma law does not require a blood test. That rule ended in 2005. There is also no residency requirement under Oklahoma Statutes Title 43. You can live anywhere and still apply for a marriage license in Tulsa County. Adults 18 and older get the license right away with no waiting period at all. The clerk issues it while you wait. If one or both applicants are between 16 and 17, a parent or guardian must be present to give consent, and a 72-hour waiting period applies. Nobody under 16 can marry without a court order.
After the clerk issues your license, you have 10 days to hold the ceremony. Your officiant and two witnesses must sign the completed license. Then it goes back to the Tulsa County Court Clerk within 30 days. The filed license becomes a permanent public record.
Tulsa County Marriage License Requirements
The requirements are set by state law and apply to every county in Oklahoma. Here is what you need when you walk into the Tulsa County courthouse or satellite office:
- State-issued photo ID, birth certificate with photo ID, or passport
- Social Security number
- Both parties present in person
- Date of divorce decree if previously married
- Parental consent for ages 16-17
Oklahoma restricts remarriage after divorce. If you were divorced in this state, you must wait six months before marrying a new person. That rule does not apply if you are remarrying the same former spouse. The six-month period starts on the date of the divorce decree. This applies statewide, not just in Tulsa County.
Marriage License Fees in Tulsa County
The standard fee is $50. This is the same across all 77 counties. At the main Tulsa courthouse you can pay with cash or a credit/debit card. At the Broken Arrow office, only card payments work. No cash. No checks.
You can cut the fee to $5 with a premarital counseling certificate. Per Oklahoma Statute 43 O.S. Section 5.1, both parties must complete at least four hours of counseling from a licensed professional or an official religious institution representative. Bring the original certificate to the clerk's office when you apply. Copies and faxes do not count. The counseling must cover communication, conflict resolution, and commitment topics.
For copies of existing records, the search fee is $5. Certified copies cost $1.50 each. Call (918) 596-5478 if you need a copy mailed to you. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your written request and payment.
Note: The Tulsa County main office accepts cash or card, but the Broken Arrow satellite takes credit and debit cards only.
Search Tulsa County Marriage License Records Online
Tulsa County has strong online access compared to smaller counties. The OSCN docket search for Tulsa County lets you look up court records by party name or case number. This is a free state-run tool. It shows filing dates, docket entries, and case details for records in the system.
The Tulsa County Court Clerk website provides information about services, office hours, and how to request records. It does not have a direct search tool for marriage licenses, but it is a good starting point for learning what the office offers and how to contact the right department.
The Oklahoma State Courts Network provides free access to Tulsa County court dockets and case information online.
For land records and other documents filed with the Tulsa County Clerk, the OKCountyRecords search for Tulsa County covers property filings and indexed records. The county clerk (Michael Willis) handles land records separately from the court clerk, but some related documents may show up in these searches.
You can also try On Demand Court Records for another view of Oklahoma court data. The actual marriage license document is not available online. For a certified copy, you need to visit or contact the Tulsa County Court Clerk directly at (918) 596-5478.
Officiant Rules for Tulsa County
Oklahoma no longer requires officiants to register their credentials at the courthouse. When the officiant signs the marriage license, they are certifying that they have the authority to perform marriages. This change simplified the process for couples in Tulsa County and across the state. Ordained ministers, judges, and other authorized persons can all officiate. Two adult witnesses must also sign the license at the ceremony.
Cities in Tulsa County
Tulsa County is home to some of the largest cities in Oklahoma. All marriage license applications go through the Tulsa County Court Clerk, not through any city office. Residents of these cities can apply at the main courthouse in Tulsa or at the Broken Arrow satellite office.
Nearby Counties
Tulsa County sits in northeast Oklahoma. If the Tulsa courthouse schedule does not work for you, these nearby counties also issue marriage licenses at their Court Clerk offices.