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Snohomish County marriage licenses are issued by the county Auditor’s Recording Division in Everett, which accepts either an in-person application after an online pre-fill, or a full application by mail.
| License fee | $170 flat fee, payable at the time of signing. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | 3 days after the license is issued — this cannot be waived under any circumstances, including by court order (Washington statewide rule). |
| Documents / ID required | One valid, unexpired, government-issued photo ID for each applicant showing birth date, photo, and signature (driver’s license from any state, state ID, passport from any country, or military ID). Both applicants must appear together in person — no proxy applications. Social Security numbers are collected (an exemption form is available if you don’t have one). You’ll also need to provide your parents’ full legal names, including mother’s maiden name, and their birthplaces. |
| License validity | 60 days, beginning after the 3-day waiting period ends (Washington statewide rule). |
| Where & how to apply | Fill out the application online, then both applicants appear together in person at the Recording Division to sign and pay the fee. Alternatively, the entire application can be completed by mail, which takes about two weeks to process. |
| Office hours | Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Special notes
Washington does not allow self-solemnized marriages: a licensed officiant (such as a judge, minister, or priest qualified under state law) must perform the ceremony, with at least two witnesses present. This applies statewide, including in Snohomish County.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Snohomish County marriage license cost?
$170, a flat fee payable when both applicants sign the license in person (or by mail if using the mail-in application option).
Can we get married the same day we get the license in Snohomish County?
No. Washington requires a 3-day waiting period after the license is issued before the marriage can be solemnized, and this cannot be waived under any circumstances, including by court order.
Official source: Snohomish County Auditor — https://snohomishcountywa.gov/5841/Marriage-Licenses
Last verified: September 2026
Last verified: September 2026
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