Sutter County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Sutter County, California: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Sutter County
| Office | Sutter County Clerk-Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 433 Second Street Yuba City 95991 |
| Phone | (530) 822-7134 |
| Office hours | Monday through Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM |
| Website | https://www.sutter.gov/government/county-departments/clerk-recorder/marriage-license |
| Public license fee | $66.00 |
| Confidential license fee | $63.25 |
| Appointment | No appointment required for a marriage license; civil marriage ceremonies are performed by appointment for a fee. |
Good to know
Both parties must appear together at the Clerk-Recorder's Office, 433 Second Street, Yuba City, with photo ID. Per the current fee schedule, a public (non-confidential) license is $66.00 and a confidential license is $63.25; a civil ceremony is $41 and a witness can be provided for $15. Complete the online application first—it is stored with the Clerk-Recorder for 10 business days—and the signed license must be returned within ten days of the ceremony.
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 Sutter County Clerk-Recorder before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Sutter County?
In person at the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder, 433 Second Street (Yuba City, CA 95991).
How much is a marriage license in Sutter County?
The public marriage license fee is $66.00, and a confidential license is $63.25. County fees change, so confirm the current amount when you book.
What are the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder hours?
Monday through Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM
Do we need an appointment in Sutter County?
No appointment required for a marriage license; civil marriage ceremonies are performed by appointment for a fee.