Wedding License Information

The Sweetheart Riverside Wedding Chapel is located just across the bridge from the Sevier County Courthouse.

Our High Speed Internet connection means we can also assist you with the online Pre-application process! This means that all the preliminary forms will be filled out making the process much shorter when you go to pick up your license. You can even pay for it online!

You can stop in to book your desired day and time and then proceed to pick up your license!

Sevier County Marriage License Requirements

There is no waiting period or blood test required.

You must be at least 18 years of age. Each party must present either a Valid Driver's License or a Certified Birth Certificate, or a Valid Passport. If your Driver's License does not list your social security number, bring your social security card with you to the Courthouse.

The license application is good for a period of 30 days. If you are not married within the 30 day period, it will be necessary for you to re-apply for the marriage license.

If you have been divorced and taken back your Maiden Name and your current driver's license does not reflect your Maiden Name, it will be necessary for you to bring your Divorce Decree indicating the name change when you apply for your Tennessee marriage license.

The Cost for your Tennessee Marriage License (Cash Only)

Out of State Residents: The cost of a Tennessee marriage license in Sevier County, Tennessee for out of state residents is $45.00. If an out of state resident applies at any other courthouse in Tennessee, the cost is $105.00. You must pay in cash only.

Tennessee Residents: ($45.00 - $105.00) The cost of a marriage license for Tennessee residents is $45.00 if you complete a 4-hour marital counseling class held by a qualified counselor or minister and present a certificate of completion upon application of your marriage license. If you do not complete the counseling course the cost is $105.00. Check with your local Courthouse for specific information about the counseling course offered.

Sevier County Locations and Hours
Hours vary during Holidays - Contact them for specific dates and times.

Sevier County Courthouse
125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, TN - Telephone (865) 453-5502
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.,

Pigeon Forge City Hall
225 Pine Mountain Road, Pigeon Forge, TN
Telephone (865) 908-6613
Saturday Only: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Shilling Center
405 Reagan Drive, Gatlinburg, TN - Telephone (865) 430-3404
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon,
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

*License fee and requirements are subject to change without notice.