Marriage
Marriage licenses can be obtained from the Salt Lake County Clerk’s Office, Marriage Division. In addition to providing marriage licenses this division also performs in-office marriage ceremonies for a $30 fee. We accept cash, check, money order, MasterCard or Visa. Please call (801)468-3439 to make an appointment.
Marriage officiates who are willing to travel to perform marriage ceremonies.
Where to Apply for a Marriage License
Salt Lake County Clerk, Marriage License Division
2001 South State Street #S2200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84190-1050
(801) 468-3439
Hours: Weekdays 8 am - 5 pm
How to Apply
Both parties must appear in person in the Salt Lake County Clerk's Office to complete the marriage license application with proof of age (valid driver's license), and pay the license fee of $50.00 by cash, check, money order, MasterCard or Visa. Marriage license applications must be printed on white 8 1/2 X 11 paper.
The license fee is non-refundable and includes two certified copies.
When to Apply
When both parties appear and present the required documents, a marriage license is issued and becomes effective immediately. Marriage licenses may be used immediately upon purchase, but must be used within 30 days from the date of purchase at which time the license expires. Refunds and extensions cannot be granted.
- A license issued in Salt Lake County may be used in any county in the State of Utah.
- Identification and proof of age is required of all persons.
- If a divorce has been granted within the last 30 days, you need to provide a certified copy of the divorce decree.
- For information on a divorce filed in the State of Utah, call the Third District Court, Divorce Division (801) 238-7480.
Purchase of a License, Proper Identification
- Proof of age
- $50.00 license fee by cash, check, money order, MasterCard or Visa (license fee includes two certified copies)
- Parents, guardian, or consent form (if applicable)
- Authorization form from juvenile court judge (if applicable)
