San Benito County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in San Benito County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in San Benito County
| Office | San Benito County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 1601 Lana Way Hollister 95023 |
| Phone | 831-636-4029 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm |
| Website | https://www.sanbenitocounty-ca-cre.gov/county-clerk/marriage-licenses-ceremonies |
| Public license fee | $75 |
| Confidential license fee | $85 |
| Appointment | No appointment is necessary; licenses are issued the same day and processing takes about 20–40 minutes (afternoons and Fridays are busiest). |
Good to know
Both parties must appear together with valid photo ID. Licenses are valid for 90 days from issuance, and a public license requires at least one witness (no more than two may sign the official license). Minors may not purchase a confidential marriage license.
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 San Benito County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in San Benito County?
In person at the San Benito County Clerk-Recorder, 1601 Lana Way (Hollister, CA 95023).
How much is a marriage license in San Benito County?
The public marriage license fee is $75, and a confidential license is $85. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the San Benito County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
Do we need an appointment in San Benito County?
No appointment is necessary; licenses are issued the same day and processing takes about 20–40 minutes (afternoons and Fridays are busiest).