San Bernardino County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in San Bernardino County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in San Bernardino County
| Office | San Bernardino County Recorder-Clerk (Assessor-Recorder-Clerk) |
|---|---|
| Address | 222 W. Hospitality Lane, 1st Floor (Hall of Records) San Bernardino 92415 |
| Phone | 855.732.2575 |
| Website | https://arc.sbcounty.gov/marriage/ |
| Public license fee | $120 |
| Confidential license fee | $121 |
| Appointment | An appointment is required; complete the marriage application online and then book an in-person appointment. |
Good to know
Licenses are issued and ceremonies performed at the Hall of Records (222 W. Hospitality Lane) and the High Desert Government Center. The confidential license costs $1 more than the public license, a marriage ceremony is $100, and renewal of vows is $48. A ceremony must be performed within 90 days of the license being issued.
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 Bernardino County Recorder-Clerk (Assessor-Recorder-Clerk) before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in San Bernardino County?
In person at the San Bernardino County Recorder-Clerk (Assessor-Recorder-Clerk), 222 W. Hospitality Lane, 1st Floor (Hall of Records) (San Bernardino, CA 92415).
How much is a marriage license in San Bernardino County?
The public marriage license fee is $120, and a confidential license is $121. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
Do we need an appointment in San Bernardino County?
An appointment is required; complete the marriage application online and then book an in-person appointment.