Bedne Matrimonials

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is needed to TO OBTAIN A MARRIAGE LICENSE?

  • Proof of date of birth such as government issued photo identification

AND…

  • Proof of Social Security Number, such as social security card or tax document with social security number listed.  Passports and birth certificates do not meet this criteria.  This requirement is for individuals who have been issued a social security number.

AND…

  • Both parties must appear together at the 700 2nd Ave South, Suite 101, Nashville, TN 37210 (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., M-F) and must have proof that they are 18 or older. If either party is under the age of 18, they must be accompanied by his/her parents. Tennessee law does not permit those under the age of 16 to marry without a court order.

How much does it cost?

  • The fee for a marriage license is $99.50. However, license applicants who have completed a premarital preparation course within a year prior to the date of application for the license are exempted from paying $60.00 of this fee. The couple must provide a Certificate of Completion form that has been completed and signed by the course provider. (Course provider’s signature on the Certificate of Completion must be notarized).

How long does the license last?

  • The marriage license is valid for thirty (30) days from issuance and is good for ceremonies performed anywhere in Tennessee.

Can you apply online?

Are we required to take a PREMARITAL PREPARATION COURSE?

  • Only if you want to qualify for the exemption by attending a premarital preparation course

Can Fabian Bedne solemnize a marriage?

  • Yes, he has enjoyed performing over 1000 civil weddings and by law he can continue after his term in office expired.

What happens if I purchase a marriage license but don’t get married?

  • If a marriage license application is not signed by an officiant solemnizing the marriage and returned to our office the marriage is not recorded in the County’s Marriage Registry.  The marriage license fee is non-refundable, however, the $5 fee for a certified copy of the marriage certificate will be refunded upon request.

If you have any questions not answered in the above information, please call the Clerk’s office at (615) 862-6256.

Wedding Request Form

Wedding Request

Please type out the full name of the first person to be married.
Please type out the full name of the second person to be married.
Please note that selecting a date does not guarantee Fabian can perform your ceremony on that date. All weddings must be approved.
Please select yes if it is in Nashville, and no if it will be outside of Nashville.