Riverside County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Riverside County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Riverside County
| Office | Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 2724 Gateway Drive Riverside 92507 |
| Phone | (951) 486-7000 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri (phone hours 8:00am–5:00pm) |
| Website | https://www.rivcoacr.org/PublicMarriageLicense |
| Public license fee | $111 |
| Confidential license fee | $122 |
| Appointment | Appointments are recommended and can be booked online; both parties must be present together. |
Good to know
Marriage licenses are issued in person at the ACR public service offices, including the Riverside Gateway main office and the 14th Street Chapel. Civil ceremonies are offered for an additional fee ($96 on weekdays, $138 at the 14th St. Chapel Monday through Thursday). Licenses are valid for 90 days and the ceremony must occur in California.
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 Riverside 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 Riverside County?
In person at the Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder, 2724 Gateway Drive (Riverside, CA 92507).
How much is a marriage license in Riverside County?
The public marriage license fee is $111, and a confidential license is $122. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri (phone hours 8:00am–5:00pm)
Do we need an appointment in Riverside County?
Appointments are recommended and can be booked online; both parties must be present together.