Nevada County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Nevada County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Nevada County
| Office | Nevada County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 210 Nevada City 95959 |
| Phone | 530-265-1221 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm (marriage license and ceremony hours 8:00am–4:00pm; excludes holidays) |
| Website | https://nevadacountyca.gov/2126/Marriage-Information |
| Public license fee | $72 |
| Confidential license fee | $74 |
Good to know
Both parties must complete the online marriage kiosk application and bring the signed Name Equality Act of 2007 form and valid photo ID. The license must be purchased before the ceremony and is valid for 90 days. The Clerk-Recorder also performs civil ceremonies by appointment.
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 Nevada County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Nevada County?
In person at the Nevada County Clerk-Recorder, 950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 210 (Nevada City, CA 95959).
How much is a marriage license in Nevada County?
The public marriage license fee is $72, and a confidential license is $74. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Nevada County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm (marriage license and ceremony hours 8:00am–4:00pm; excludes holidays)