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Getting married in Henderson County starts at the clerk's window in Athens

Henderson County Rules & Licenses

A Texas marriage license can come from any county clerk in the state. In Henderson County, the counter is Room 101 at 125 North Prairieville Street in Athens. Both people generally show up with photo ID.

Texas has a 72-hour wait between getting the license and the ceremony unless an exemption fits. Once issued, the license is good for 90 days. If one person cannot come to Athens, ask the clerk about the absent-applicant affidavit before the wedding week, not the day before.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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