Slidell Marriage License - St. Tammany Parish
Slidell residents can get their marriage license at the St. Tammany Parish Clerk of Court Slidell Annex, located at 520 Old Spanish Trail on the 5th floor. This annex serves the eastern part of St. Tammany Parish so that Slidell residents do not have to drive all the way to the main Covington office on the other side of the parish. The Covington office is also available if needed, and either location issues licenses that are valid statewide.
Slidell Quick Facts
Slidell Annex and Covington Main Office
The St. Tammany Parish Clerk operates two offices. For Slidell residents, the annex is far more convenient:
- Slidell Annex: 520 Old Spanish Trail, 5th Floor, Slidell, LA 70458. Phone: (985) 643-6969.
- Covington Main Office: 701 N. Columbia Street, Covington, LA 70433. Phone: (985) 809-8745.
Both offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Clerk is Jessica Jenkins Brewster. The Clerk's website is at sttammanyclerk.org. One important note about the Slidell annex: it cannot receive mail. If you need to send anything by mail, use the Covington office address.
Marriage License Fees
The base fee for a St. Tammany Parish marriage license is $27.50. If your application has attachments (such as divorce decrees or other required documents), there is an additional $5.00 per attachment. A certified copy of the marriage certificate costs $11.00. These fees are set by the parish and subject to change, so call (985) 643-6969 to confirm current amounts before your visit.
Bring the exact amount if you are paying in cash, or check whether cards are accepted at the Slidell annex specifically. Some annex locations have different payment options than the main office.
Required Documents
Both parties need to supply documents. Here is what to bring:
- Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
- Certified birth certificate for each party
- Social Security number for each party
- If previously divorced: certified copy of the final divorce decree (costs $5.00 as an attachment)
- If previously widowed: certified death certificate of the former spouse
Louisiana does not require a blood test. No medical exam is needed. The certified birth certificate must be the official version from a state vital records office, not a hospital-issued copy. Call the Slidell annex at (985) 643-6969 if you have questions about specific documents.
The 24-Hour Wait Rule
Louisiana law is clear: "Applicants must obtain the marriage license at least one day (24 hours) prior to the wedding ceremony." This is not optional. The license cannot be used until 24 hours have passed from the time it was issued. Plan your office visit at least one day, preferably two or three days, before the ceremony. A same-day license is not possible under Louisiana law.
The license is valid for 30 days. If you apply too far in advance, the license could expire before the ceremony. Most couples aim to get the license one to two weeks before the wedding. That gives a good buffer without running the risk of expiration.
Where the Ceremony Must Happen
St. Tammany Parish is clear about this rule: "A marriage ceremony using a marriage license purchased in Louisiana must be performed in Louisiana." The ceremony can be in any Louisiana parish. It does not have to be in St. Tammany Parish or in Slidell. If you get the license at the Slidell annex but want to marry in New Orleans, that is fine. The record will still be filed in St. Tammany Parish. What you cannot do is use a Louisiana license for a ceremony outside the state.
The St. Tammany Clerk also notes that "the marriage will be recorded in the parish where the license was issued." So even if the ceremony is elsewhere in Louisiana, the official marriage record lives in St. Tammany Parish.
Age Requirements
Applicants must be 18 to marry without court involvement. Louisiana prohibits any marriage license for persons under 16. Those who are 16 or 17 must have parental consent and a judicial authorization from a court before the Clerk will issue a license. Contact the Clerk's office if a minor applicant is involved to find out the correct court to approach.
Covenant Marriage
Couples in Slidell can choose a covenant marriage, which is a distinct legal status in Louisiana with more limited divorce grounds and a requirement for pre-marital counseling. Both parties must sign a declaration of intent, and the counselor or clergy member must certify completion of the pre-marital session. Ask the Clerk's office at either the Slidell annex or Covington office for the declaration forms. The additional fee is set by the parish.
Certified Copies After the Wedding
After the ceremony, the officiant signs the license and sends it back to the St. Tammany Parish Clerk. Once recorded, certified copies can be requested. These cost $11.00 each. You need certified copies to change your name with the Social Security Administration and on your driver's license. Order at least two. Do not rely on a photocopy; government agencies require certified originals.
The eClerks LA portal may allow online access to St. Tammany Parish marriage records. Check the portal if you need a copy and cannot visit in person.
Official Sources
The St. Tammany Parish Clerk of Court website serves Slidell residents through both the Slidell Annex and the main Covington office.
Slidell residents can use the local annex on Old Spanish Trail for marriage license applications, which is more convenient than driving to the main Covington courthouse.
The St. Tammany Parish Clerk contact page lists both the Slidell and Covington office addresses and phone numbers.
Call the Slidell office at (985) 643-6969 before your visit to confirm which services are available there versus the main Covington location.
St. Tammany Parish Marriage License
The St. Tammany Parish page has complete details on both the Slidell and Covington offices, fees, required documents, and the full process for Slidell residents.
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