Marriage License Requirements in Arizona
Arizona marriage licenses are issued through each county’s Clerk of Superior Court, and several counties — including Maricopa — offer a fully online application with no in-person visit required. Requirements below apply statewide.
| Minimum age to marry | 18 without consent. Ages 16–17 require parental/guardian consent or an emancipation order, and the other applicant may not be more than 3 years older. Under 16 cannot marry. |
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| Waiting period | None — you can marry the same day the license is issued. |
| License validity | 12 months (1 year) from the date of issuance. |
| Blood test required | No |
Counties we cover in Arizona
Requirements above are set by Arizona state law and apply the same way in every county. The fee, hours, and exact application process are set locally — select your county above for those specifics.