What a couple needs to get a South Carolina marriage license before a Charleston wedding: where to apply, the 24-hour wait, and what to bring.
To marry in Charleston, couples apply in person for a South Carolina marriage license at the Charleston County Probate Court downtown, and either partner's home county in South Carolina can issue a license valid statewide.
South Carolina imposes a 24-hour waiting period between application and issuance, so apply at least a day before the ceremony. Once issued, the license does not expire and there is no residency requirement, which makes Charleston friendly to destination couples.
Both applicants generally appear together with valid government-issued photo ID, and depending on circumstances you may need a Social Security number, proof of age, or divorce decrees. Fees, hours and required documents change, so confirm current details with the Charleston County Probate Court before you travel.