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, please see certified copies page to order.
Fees are due when licenses are issued, certified copies of licenses are provided, and ceremonies are scheduled.
Sussex County Marriage Bureau accepts cash and money orders for all payments. Money orders are to be made payable to Sussex County Council. If you would like to use a credit card for services and are unable to come to the office to schedule a ceremony or order certified copies please contact the office for instructions on how to make a credit card payment.
* 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 during office hours for Delaware residents | $ 50.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony in the office NOT during office hours for Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony in the office during office hours for non-Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony in the office NOT during office hours for non-Delaware residents | $200.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony outside the office for Delaware residents | $125.00 |
| Memorable Marriage Ceremony outside the office for non-Delaware residents | $250.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office during office hours for Delaware residents | $ 50.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office NOT during office hours for Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office during office hours for non-Delaware residents | $100.00 |
| Renewal of vows in the office NOT during office hours for non-Delaware residents | $200.00 |
| Renewal of vows outside the office for Delaware residents | $125.00 |
| Renewal of vows outside the office for non-Delaware residents | $250.00 |
| Officiator's Late Return Fees | $50.00 |
| Miscellaneous Fees – Single Status Letter, MD Out of State Marriage Applications – Affidavit Form, or other miscellaneous fees that requires an affidavit signed by the Clerk of the Peace | $20.00 |
| 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, 2024