Wondering how to elope in New Orleans? No matter where you say “I Do” it’s super important that you remember to bring along all the necessary documents with you.

7 Marriage License Necessities You Will Absolutely Need:

• Current state ID, passport, or driver’s license
• Certified Birth certificates & Social Security numbers
• Nonrefundable $27.50 for a marriage license in Orleans Parish. CASH.
• $5.50 for a copy of your Marriage Certificate
• Must be there in person to apply
• Certified Final divorce decree, if married before
• Certified Death certificate, if widowed

Important Things To Consider:

• Louisiana residents have a 72 hour waiting period between the issuing of a license and the wedding.
• This may be waived by a judge – call the First City Court for more information at 504.407.0400.
•  It is possible for Non-Louisiana residents to have an Orleans registered officiant waive the 72 hour waiting period if you cite “serious and meritorious reasons” on the application.
• When planning how long to stay in NOLA, don’t assume those 72 hours will definitely be waived.
• Your license is good for 30 days. After that, you’ll have to get a new one.
• Plan to get to the Courthouse by 2 pm at the latest. (Always plan ahead. There could be a giant sinkhole or, you know, a collapsed building in your way. This is New Orleans after all…
• Certified copies of your Marriage Certificate are not included, you must buy a copy at a cost of $5.50.

Marriage Certificate Info:

For the official requirements + forms and documents you need: click here.

Click here for a New Orleans Marriage License Application