Texas Premarital
Texas Premarital Course Online - Certification For Couples
For just $19.99 per user, you will find all the information and premarital course materials you need to attain your certification and marriage license. If you enjoy reading and learning at your own pace we invite you to enjoy this rich course. You will have access to all the information for a total of 30 days from the moment you register. You may also download and print your "certificate of completion" for legal use at the conclusion of your course. So take your time and register today!
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Is our course 100% Approved Statewide?
Yes, by taking our Premarital Online Course you can save up to $60.00 on your marriage license cost, and couples will avoid the three-day state wait requirement which will accelerate your wedding plans. All of our courses are available 24 hours - 7 days a week for all of our students, couples, and families.
Who is eligible to take this course?
Everyone who is 18 years or older is eligible to take this course. If you are taking this course for the purpose of obtaining your Marriage License it is expected that you meet all of our State's benchmark requirements in order for the county court to value your certification.
How long do I have access to the course?
All of our courses begin the moment you register and pay for the classes. You and your future spouse will each have full access after you register and pay for the course in order to track your progress for a period of 30 days or until the completion of the course. For our Virtual Course students, it is important to schedule your appointment with your Virtual Instructor as soon as possible. Virtual Instructor Courses are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Do I have to take this Premarital Course with my future spouse?
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Residents: are required to take and complete this Premarital Preparation Course before attaining their marriage license if they are seeking course benefit of $60.00 off their license and 72 hours waiver. Separate Login information will be provided to each party once the registration is complete.
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Non-Residents: are required to take and complete this Premarital Preparation Course before attaining their marriage license if they are seeking course benefit of $60.00 off their license and 72 hours waiver. Separate Login information will be provided to each party once the registration is complete.
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Non-Residents of the United States: Yes, non-residents of the United States are required to take and complete this Premarital Preparation Course before attaining their marriage license if they are seeking course benefit of $60.00 off their license and 72 hours waiver. Separate Login information will be provided to each party once the registration is complete. Separate Login information will be provided to each party once the registration is complete.
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How long is this Premarital course?
By law, it is required that all licensed course providers offer an 8-hour course that will enrich the lives of couples seeking to marry in the State of Texas.
Is there an expiration date on my "certificate of completion"?
Yes, your certificate is valid for one (1) year from the day of completion. It is important that you download your certificate to your PC or device for safeguarding and personal use. If you do not attain your marriage license prior to the expiration date printed on your certificate it is possible that the County Clerk of Courts may deny or reject your efforts.
Is this course accepted in My County?
Yes, as long as you plan to marry in the State of Texas our course is accepted in all 254 counties in Texas.
Do I have to provide identification to take this course?
Yes, In order to issue couples an original "certificate of completion" each couple must be able to provide us with the proper legal identification which will be forwarded to the County Clerk of Courts where their marriage license will be processed.
The following are the legal forms of identification: U.S.A. State Drivers License, State Provided Identification Card, Passport, or Residence Card.
When and how do I attain my certificate?
At the completion of the course, you and your spouse will be able to have access to download and print a PDF copy of your "certificate of completion" for legal use. A Certified Copy will then be emailed to you within 24 hours of your completion date for immediate use.
Couples must present the original Certificate of Completion to the County clerk office. Therefore, it will require that we mail you your original certificate to present to your County Clerk of Courts. Make sure that you schedule yourselves appropriately for this delay. It will take us approximately 3-5 business days to forward you your original certificate via USPS.
How many days should I begin working on getting my marriage license?
It is our advice that you begin your process as soon as possible. Do not wait until the last minute to begin the legal process of attaining your marriage license. All too often, we have experienced couples procrastinating on the legal paperwork while preparing for their wedding. Remember, your marriage is not legal until your wedding officiant and witnesses properly sign your original marriage license.
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How to get Married in the State of Texas?
We are happy to inform you that by taking this Premarital Course you will be eligible to attain your Marriage License the same day when visiting your County Clerk. As long as you meet the Texas State criteria you should be granted the opportunity to schedule a Civil Marriage Ceremony to be performed the same day at the County Clerk by a Judge or Court Representative for a minimal fee of $30.00 (this fee may vary from county to county).
It is important to know that you do not need to live in the county to receive a marriage license there. Remember that marriage licenses are only valid for 60 days so schedule your wedding appropriately. Click here to learn more about attaining your Marriage License in Texas.
How to change your Legal Name in Texas?
Texas allows people to change their names on their marriage license application forms. While the forms differ by locality, you can generally just fill in your new name and list your former name on the form. A county clerk will issue a license after the normal Texas marriage license process is completed. It is also required that you make the necessary plans to visit your local Social Security Administration, Bank, DMV, and other agencies.
Be sure to provide these legal forms of identification to all governing agencies in which you plan on changing your legal name: Marriage certificate, driver's license, state-issued non-driver's ID card, or U.S. passport. Be also prepared to show proof of citizenship such as your U.S. birth certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, or Certificate of Citizenship.
Course Disclaimer
This premarital course education has been designed and created by licensed and ordained professionals to address the needs of heterosexual couples. If this educational resource does not meet your premarital or marital needs you are still welcome to access the course material and/or be referred to a qualified provider who could better assist your needs.
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Is this Course Refundable?
Sorry, but we at the Premarital Course Center, offer all of our couples an opportunity to choose a Premarital Course Provider suitable to each couple's needs. Since our courses are intellectual property and covered by our Copyright Infringement Policies We Do Not issue refunds.
Is this Course Protected by Copyright Laws?
Yes, it's unlawful to make any reproduction, copy, broadcast, or distribution of the material offered throughout this course without the written consent of our licensed professional, providers, and his or her affiliates.
Texas Statewide Approved County List
Download and print immediately upon completion of our Course.
Anderson County
Andrews County
Angelina County
Aransas County
Archer County
Armstrong County
Atascosa County
Austin County
Bailey County
Bandera County
Bastrop County
Baylor County
Blanco County
Borden County
Bosque County
Bowie County
Brazoria County
Brazos County
Brewster County
Briscoe County
Brooks County
Brown County
Burleson County
Burnet County
Caldwell County
Calhoun County
Callahan County
Cameron County
Camp County
Carson County
Cass County
Castro County
Chambers County
Cherokee County
Childress County
Clay County
Cochran County
Coke County
Coleman County
Collingsworth County
Colorado County
Comal County
Comanche County
Concho County
Cooke County
Coryell County
Cottle County
Crane County
Crockett County
Crosby County
Culberson County
Dallam County
Dawson County
Deaf Smith County
Delta County
DeWitt County
Dickens County
Dimmit County
Donley County
Duval County
Eastland County
Ector County
Edwards County
Ellis County
El Paso County
Erath County
Falls County
Fannin County
Fayette County
Fisher County
Floyd County
Foard County
Fort Bend County
Franklin County
Freestone County
Frio County
Gaines County
Galveston County
Garza County
Gillespie County
Glasscock County
Gollad County
Gonzales County
Gray County
Grayson County
Gregg County
Grimes County
Guadalupe County
Hale County
Hall County
Hamilton County
Hansford County
Hardeman County
Hardin County
Harrison County
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Haskell County
Hays County
Hemphill County
Henderson County
Hill County
Hockley County
Hood County
Hopkins County
Houston County
Howard County
Hudspeth County
Hunt County
Hutchinson County
Irion County
Jack County
Jackson County
Jasper County
Jeff Davis County
Jefferson County
Jim Hogg County
Jim Wells County
Johnson County
Jones County
Karnes County
Kaufman County
Kendall County
Kenedy County
Kent County
Kerr County
Kimble County
King County
Kinney County
Kleberg County
Knox County
Lamar County
Lamb County
Lampasas County
La Salle County
Lavaca County
Lee County
Leon County
Liberty County
Limestone County
Lipscomb County
Live Oak County
Llano County
Loving County
Lubbock County
Lynn County
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McLennan County
McMullen County
Madison County
Marion County
Martin County
Mason County
Matagorda County
Maverick County
Medina County
Menard County
Midland County
Milam County
Mills County
Mitchell County
Montague County
Montgomery County
Moore County
Morris County
Motley County
Nacogdoches County
Navarro County
Newton County
Nolan County
Nueces County
Ochiltree County
Oldham County
Orange County
Palo Pinto County
Panola County
Parker County
Parmer County
Pecos County
Polk County
Potter County
Presidio County
Rains County
Randall County
Reagan County
Real County
Red River County
Reeves County
Refugio County
Roberts County
Robertson County
Rockwall County
Runnels County
Rusk County
Sabine County
San Augustine County
San Jacinto County
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San Saba County
Schleicher County
Scurry County
Shackelford County
Shelby County
Sherman County
Smith County
Somervell County
Starr County
Stephens County
Sterling County
Stonewall County
Sutton County
Swisher County
Taylor County
Terrell County
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Throckmorton County
Titus County
Tom Green County
Trinity County
Tyler County
Upshur County
Upton County
Uvalde County
Val Verde County
Van Zandt County
Victoria County
Walker County
Waller County
Ward County
Washington County
Webb County
Wharton County
Wheeler County
Wichita County
Wilbarger County
Willacy County
Williamson County
Wilson County
Winkler County
Wise County
Wood County
Yoakum County
Young County
Zapata County
Zavala County
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