Couples who wish to be married must first obtain their marriage license from the Cuyahoga County Marriage License Bureau, located in the Lakeside Court House, at One Lakeside Avenue. Marriage appointments must be made in person at the Clerk of Courts office.
Timeline & Fees. At least three days are required to process paperwork (Marriage License Registration) and Marriage Fee of $50.
A marriage license legally allows you to marry. A marriage certificate proves you got married. How you get copies depends on whether you were married in the U.S. or abroad.