Follow the steps to successfully complete your marriage license application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by selecting the type of marriage license you wish to apply for from the options provided, such as the standard license, or a confidential license, ensuring you understand their respective purposes.
3. Fill out the personal information for both applicants. This includes the first name, middle name, current last name, and last name at birth if it differs from the current last name for both individuals.
4. Enter the date of birth and state or country of birth for each person. Additionally, indicate the number of previous marriages for both applicants.
5. Provide the address details, including the street address, city, state or country, and ZIP code for each applicant.
6. Select the method by which the last marriage ended, such as through death, annulment, dissolution, or termination of a domestic partnership. Provide the date this marriage ended.
7. Complete the parental information sections for both first and second applicants, including the full names of both parents and their states or countries of birth.
8. If either applicant wishes to change their middle or last name after marriage, enter the new name(s) in the specified fields, keeping in mind that first names cannot be changed and these decisions are final once the license is issued.
9. Review all information thoroughly to ensure accuracy, as any inaccuracies may complicate the application process.
10. Upon completing the application, save your changes, and you will have options to download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your CA Marriage License Application online today for a seamless experience in your marriage preparations.