Orange County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Orange County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Orange County
| Office | Orange County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 211 West Santa Ana Blvd. (Old Orange County Courthouse) Santa Ana 92701 |
| Phone | (714) 834-2500 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm |
| Website | https://ocrecorder.com/services/marriage-services |
| Public license fee | $61 |
| Confidential license fee | $66 |
| Appointment | Appointments are highly recommended and have priority; walk-in service is first-come, first-served, and all couples must complete the online application before visiting any office. |
Good to know
Marriage services are provided at the Old Orange County Courthouse (211 W. Santa Ana Blvd.), while the main Clerk-Recorder office is at 601 N. Ross St. Licenses are valid for 90 days with no citizenship or residency requirement, and ceremonies are performed only by County Deputy Clerks.
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 Orange County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Orange County?
In person at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder, 211 West Santa Ana Blvd. (Old Orange County Courthouse) (Santa Ana, CA 92701).
How much is a marriage license in Orange County?
The public marriage license fee is $61, and a confidential license is $66. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Orange County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm
Do we need an appointment in Orange County?
Appointments are highly recommended and have priority; walk-in service is first-come, first-served, and all couples must complete the online application before visiting any office.