How to get a San Diego Marriage License. Courthouse wedding alternatives.

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A few common questions about marriage licenses

* What is the phone number
of the San Diego Marriage License Office
also known as the San Diego County Clerk's Office?

619. 237. 0502

* When can I get married after
I receive my marriage license?

You can be married the very same day !
And your license is good for 90 days,
so anytime in that window.

How old do I have to be to obtain a marriage license in San Diego, California ?

You must be 18 years old.
If you are under 18,
you must contact the Juvenile Court at

858.634.1600

* What kind of identification
San Diego marriage license office require?

You must present current, valid Government issued photo identification,
showing your birth date

examples: Passport, Driver's License, Military ID

* Do I need proof of divorce or dissolution of my previous marriage?

Only if it has happened in the last 90 days.
Then you WILL need a copy of the decree with date and judges signature

Do I have to have an appointment
to obtain a marriage license ?
Yessss, in San Diego,
however other counties may have walk in availability.
The number to make an appointment in San Diego
is 619.237.0502 be sure to arrive 15 minutes early

Is this license application that I print
from the website here enough to be married?

NO! You must both go together and
bring the form to your appointment at the courthouse,

pay the fee and present current,
valid government identification to get an official marriage license

Do I need a blood test?
No blood test is required in
California for a marriage license

Do I have to be a California resident?
There are NO residency requirements

How many witnesses do I need
to sign my marriage license at the ceremony ?

Just one witness for a regular license.
If you purchase a "confidential marriage license",
you will not need a witness.

• How to obtain a marriage license for your
San Diego Elopement or Wedding •

• Currently, the San Diego Clerks Office offers marriage licenses by APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Their website to set up an appointment is located here: www. sdarcc.com.
You can choose the "license only" option and have a beautiful elopement or small wedding
in one of San Diego's amazing parks or on the beach.

• Plan ahead to get your marriage license ~ the marriage license is valid for 90 days.
A California marriage license can be used the very same day you purchase it.
You can bring a marriage license from ANY County Clerks office in California
to be married here in San Diego. (for example: Riverside, Orange, LA, Imperial Counties)
Each county has their own fees, hours and requirements, best to check directly with them)

• Bring your marriage to the ceremony,
we'll have your witness sign it and I will file it with
the appropriate county after the ceremony.
Confidential licenses marriage licenses
don't require any witnesses.
• Remember, again you can use a
marriage license
purchased from ANY county clerks office
in the state of California to be married in San Diego.

• YESSSS ! You can be married the same day you purchase your license!

In San Diego County marriage license,
an appointment is required.
• Please call the County Clerk's office/
or use their website (sdarcc.com)
to confirm what documents they require you to bring
Normally, it is CURRENT government issued
photo ID.
(passport, driver's license, military ID)

If you are under 18, there are other requirements.

• The application you will need to fill out
for your appointment ahead of time. here

• San Diego County Marriage License office number is:

619.237. 0502

• San Diego Marriage Licenses available by appointment
at the San Diego County Admin Bldg
1600 Pacific Highway Room 273 San Diego, CA 92101

• Appointment hours are 8-4:30 ---
(subject to change~DOUBLE CHECK !)
Monday - Friday for all offices CLOSED major legal holidays
•
Here is link to SAN DIEGO COUNTY OFFICIAL website here:

• COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL MARRIAGE LICENSE
AFTER THE WEDDING
MUST BE REQUESTED BY YOU
FROM THE CLERK'S OFFICE DIRECTLY.
THE ONE WHO ISSUED
THE ORIGINAL MARRIAGE LICENSE

To receive a certified copy of your
marriage license, after the wedding
you will need to contact the county
where you purchased your original marriage license,
It is usually available several weeks after the ceremony to request
a certified copy of your marriage license.

They often will require a notarized form
and about $20. (subject to change)
Pro Tip: We recommend getting at least 2 copies
to save having to repeat the process
later to obtain another copy in case of loss.

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