Imperial County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Imperial County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Imperial County
| Office | Imperial County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 940 West Main Street, Suite 202 El Centro 92243 |
| Phone | (442) 265-1076 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm |
| Website | https://recorder.imperialcounty.org/clerk-services/ |
| Public license fee | $87 |
| Confidential license fee | $100 |
| Appointment | Complete the marriage license application online, then both parties appear together at the Clerk counter to pay the fee and finish the process; in-office ceremonies are scheduled by appointment. |
Good to know
The Clerk counter at 940 West Main Street, Suite 202, El Centro, accepts the application and fee during the 8:00am–4:00pm window. An in-office marriage ceremony costs an additional $50, payable when the appointment is scheduled and non-refundable. The Clerk Division can be reached at (442) 265-1076 and Vital Records at (442) 265-1075.
How the process works
Both people appear together in person with valid government photo ID. California has no waiting period and a marriage license is valid for 90 days anywhere in the state. Confirm anything time-sensitive with Imperial County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Imperial County?
In person at the Imperial County Clerk-Recorder, 940 West Main Street, Suite 202 (El Centro, CA 92243).
How much is a marriage license in Imperial County?
The public marriage license fee is $87, and a confidential license is $100. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Imperial County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm
Do we need an appointment in Imperial County?
Complete the marriage license application online, then both parties appear together at the Clerk counter to pay the fee and finish the process; in-office ceremonies are scheduled by appointment.