Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Arkansas.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: May, September & October (avg 69°F) · golden hour in September: ~6:20 PM–7:20 PM
Scenic settings for a ceremony: Barton Lake, Deceiper Lake & Horn Lake
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Arkansas's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024. Places: USGS Geographic Names Information System. Golden hour: computed for the county seat, mid-month.
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Plan aheadno waiting period — marry the same day you get the license · 2 witnesses must sign
Online ordination accepted
Registration required
Documents typically requested:
Arkansas requires registration with the county clerk before officiating. You may need to state your denomination. Contact the county clerk to confirm.
Arkansas allows ordained ministers of any religious denomination to solemnize marriages.
Arkansas Code § 9-11-213Get Ordained
Get ordained online through the Church of Pride for $20. Your ordination is instant, valid for life, and recognized under First Amendment protections. Confirm local requirements with the Clark County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (870) 246-4491 and confirm that Clark County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate (raised seal recommended), photo id ready for the ceremony and to present to the clerk if asked.
Perform the Ceremony
Officiate the wedding ceremony. Make sure both parties and any required witnesses sign the marriage license. Keep the tone personal and celebratory — this is their day.
Return the License
Return the signed marriage license to the Clark County clerk within 60 days. This is a critical step — the marriage isn’t official until the license is filed.
Yes — Clark County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Arkansas requires registration with the county clerk before officiating. You may need to state your denomination. Contact the county clerk to confirm.
Yes. Register with the county clerk. Bring: Ordination certificate (raised seal recommended), Photo ID.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
The completed marriage license must be returned within 60 days. As the officiant, returning it is usually your job — don't leave it in a glovebox.
Clark County Clerk's Office — 401 Clay Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923 — phone (870) 246-4491.
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Get Ordained — $20Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office before officiating any ceremony. Information was last reviewed 2026-02-20.