Spouse Application Requirements In Santa Clara
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Marriage licenses are now available for both walk-in service and by appointment; however, customers must complete an online marriage application prior to visiting any of our offices. Appointments are highly recommended and can be made online. A marriage license is valid for 90 days.
The Online Marriage process in California can take anywhere from 24-72 hours depending on how quickly your application documents are submitted and approved. Many couples are able to complete the whole process and get legally married in only a few hours!
To obtain a marriage license, you and your future spouse must appear together in-person at one of our office locations. You will need to complete the application form and present valid identification. Acceptable forms of I.D. must provide photo and age verification.
Get licensed No appointment is necessary for a marriage license. You may either fill out the application online prior to visiting our office.
Order Copies Go to .VitalChek to place your order.
How to Apply for a Marriage License. The City of San José does not provide marriage licenses. Marriage licenses may be obtained from the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder with the County of Santa Clara. For more information, please visit the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder.
The process for a marriage license may take 30 minutes depending on several factors, such as whether you have completed the online form prior to coming into the office or if you do this process in our office. Also, there may be other people in line. Please allow yourself enough time.
After your ceremony, your officiant is legally required to file your license within 10 days. Generally, couples are permitted to submit requests for certified copies beginning 7 days after the wedding date.
It may take up to 10 business days from the time we receive the marriage license for it to be registered and a marriage certificate to be available.
