Mendocino County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Mendocino County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Mendocino County
| Office | Mendocino County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 501 Low Gap Road Ukiah 95482 |
| Phone | (707) 234-6822 |
| Website | https://www.mendocinocounty.gov/government/assessor-county-clerk-recorder-elections/county-clerk/marriage-licenses-ceremonies |
| Public license fee | $95 |
| Confidential license fee | $97 |
| Appointment | Appointments are required for marriage licenses and ceremonies per the county page, which also notes they are encouraged but not required; call (707) 234-6822 to schedule. |
Good to know
A marriage license is obtained in person at the County Clerk's office with a current picture ID for each party. Ceremonies performed in the County Clerk's office cost $50 with a $10 witness fee. A confidential license is not available to minors and is not part of the public record.
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 Mendocino County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Mendocino County?
In person at the Mendocino County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder, 501 Low Gap Road (Ukiah, CA 95482).
How much is a marriage license in Mendocino County?
The public marriage license fee is $95, and a confidential license is $97. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
Do we need an appointment in Mendocino County?
Appointments are required for marriage licenses and ceremonies per the county page, which also notes they are encouraged but not required; call (707) 234-6822 to schedule.