Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Georgia.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: May, June & September (avg 70°F) · golden hour in June: ~7:51 PM–8:51 PM
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Georgia's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024. Golden hour: computed for the county seat, mid-month.
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Elope-friendlyno waiting period — marry the same day you get the license · no witnesses required
Online ordination accepted
No registration required
Documents typically requested:
Georgia accepts online ordinations. Checking with the county Probate Court is recommended. Verify locally.
Georgia allows any minister, other than a civil officer, authorized by their church to perform marriages.
Georgia Code § 19-3-30Get 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 Pickens County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (706) 253-8860 and confirm that Pickens County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate 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 Pickens County clerk within 30 days. This is a critical step — the marriage isn’t official until the license is filed.
Yes — Pickens County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Georgia accepts online ordinations. Checking with the county Probate Court is recommended. Verify locally.
No — Pickens County does not require officiants to register before performing a wedding.
None — no witnesses are required to sign the marriage license in Pickens County, Georgia.
The completed marriage license must be returned within 30 days. As the officiant, returning it is usually your job — don't leave it in a glovebox.
Pickens County Clerk's Office — 52 N Main St, Suite 201, Jasper, GA 30143 — phone (706) 253-8860.
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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.