Note: Newborn certificates are available approximately 4 weeks after the birth date. Certificates for births prior to 1880 are not available. Alameda County can only issue birth certificates for children born in Alameda County.
Certificates from 1880 to 1939 will take up to 3 business days to complete. Certificates from 1940 to present can be completed the same day in most cases.
Person In-Person Marriage Services Complete and Submit Marriage License Application. Please note: After submitting your application online and within 30 days, both parties to the marriage must come into the office to make a payment, complete the process and receive the marriage license. Book Marriage Ceremony Appointment.