Kings County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Kings County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Kings County
| Office | Kings County Clerk/Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 1400 W. Lacey Blvd. Hanford 93230 |
| Phone | (559) 852-2470 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm (recordings until 3:00pm; certificates & other requests until 4:00pm) |
| Website | https://www.countyofkingsca.gov/departments/general-services/assessor-clerk-recorder/clerk-recorder/marriage-licenses |
| Public license fee | $91 |
| Appointment | Both parties must be present in the office to complete the application (the application may be started online); marriage ceremonies are performed Thursdays by appointment only. |
Good to know
The $91 license fee is payable by cash, check, money order, or card, and the license is valid for 90 days. Ceremonies are normally on Thursdays (first at 9:00am, last at 3:30pm) for a non-refundable $48 fee; limited same-day ceremonies may be possible on other weekdays. At least one witness age 18+ is required, or the county provides one for an extra $15.
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 Kings County Clerk/Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Kings County?
In person at the Kings County Clerk/Recorder, 1400 W. Lacey Blvd. (Hanford, CA 93230).
How much is a marriage license in Kings County?
The public marriage license fee is $91. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Kings County Clerk/Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm (recordings until 3:00pm; certificates & other requests until 4:00pm)
Do we need an appointment in Kings County?
Both parties must be present in the office to complete the application (the application may be started online); marriage ceremonies are performed Thursdays by appointment only.