Placer County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Placer County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Placer County
| Office | Placer County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 2954 Richardson Drive Auburn 95603 |
| Phone | 530-886-5610 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm (license applications; excludes holidays) |
| Website | https://www.placer.ca.gov/1746/Marriage-Licenses |
| Public license fee | $57 |
| Confidential license fee | $60 |
| Appointment | No appointment is necessary to apply for a license at the Auburn or Rocklin offices; the Carnelian Bay office is by appointment only, and civil ceremonies require an appointment booked at least 24 hours ahead. |
Good to know
Marriage license applications are processed at the Auburn (2954 Richardson Dr.) and Rocklin (3715 Atherton Rd.) offices, and ceremonies are performed on a limited basis Monday through Friday. Licenses are valid for 90 days and may be used anywhere in California, and applications must be completed at a public kiosk in the lobby.
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 Placer County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Placer County?
In person at the Placer County Clerk-Recorder, 2954 Richardson Drive (Auburn, CA 95603).
How much is a marriage license in Placer County?
The public marriage license fee is $57, and a confidential license is $60. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Placer County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm (license applications; excludes holidays)
Do we need an appointment in Placer County?
No appointment is necessary to apply for a license at the Auburn or Rocklin offices; the Carnelian Bay office is by appointment only, and civil ceremonies require an appointment booked at least 24 hours ahead.