Marriage License Information

Requirements for a Marriage License issued by Sherman County:

1. Both applicants must be at least 17 years of age to be married in the state of Nebraska.

You cannot marry in the state of Nebraska if you are under 17.

2. Parental consent is required for applicants who are 17 or 18 years of age. The parental

consent forms are available at the County Clerk’s Office.

3. Presenting photo identification is required. A drivers license from any of the 50 states

a Nebraska ID card, a US Passport, a US Military card or a Foreign Passport are

acceptable forms of photo identification. Proof of citizenship or immigration status is

neither relevant or required.

4. Need to know birthplace of bride and groom.

5. Need full names and birthplace of both parents.

6. If a social security number has been issued to the applicants, we will need that

information. The issuance of a social security number to either applicant is not

required to obtain a Marriage License. Applicants who do not have a social security

number must complete a form provided by the Clerk asserting they do not have a

social security number.

7. If the applicant had a previous marriage, we will need to know the date the marriage

ended. Applicants can not apply for a marriage license until 6 months and 1 day from

the date the marriage ended.

8. The Marriage License is good for one year from the date of issuance and can be used

in any County in Nebraska.

9. All marriage licenses obtained in Nebraska are public record.

The fee for a Marriage License is $15.00, CASH ONLY.

To receive a copy or a certified copy of a Sherman County Marriage License

you will need the following information:

$1.00 for a copy

$5.00 for a certified copy

Name of Groom & Bride (including maiden name)

Date of marriage

Must be issued from Sherman County to receive a copy

Mail to:

Sherman County Clerk

PO Box 456

Loup City, NE 68853