The service fees are reflected on the following chart. The fees will be deposited into the Sussex County general fund. All paid fees are non-refundable. Any paid fee for a particular service may not be credited for a different service. Once the marriage license has been recorded, a certified copy of the marriage license can be obtained for $25.00.
Fees are due when licenses are issued, certified copies of licenses are provided and ceremonies are scheduled.
Sussex County Marriage Bureau accepts cash, money orders and credit cards* for all payments. Money orders are to be made payable to Sussex County Council.
* Service fees apply on all credit card transactions.
| Service | Fee |
| Marriage license for Delaware residents | $ 50.00 |
| Marriage license for non-Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Recording Fee applied to all Marriage Licenses | $ 20.00 |
| Certified copy of a Marriage or Civil Union license | $ 25.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony in the office for Delaware residents | $ 50.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony in the office for non-Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony outside the office for Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony outside the office for non-Delaware residents | $175.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office for Delaware residents | $ 50.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office for non-Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Renewal of vows outside the office for Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Renewal of vows outside the office for non-Delaware residents | $175.00 |
| Officiator's Late Return Fees | $50.00 |
| Fees for the services listed above are waived for active U.S. military personnel and veterans (with a copy of DD Form 214), regardless of residency. For fee waivers, please apply in person. | |
Updated July 1, 2017