San Bernardino County Marriage License

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San Bernardino County requires a scheduled appointment for marriage license applications through its Assessor-Recorder-Clerk office.

License fee Public marriage license: $89. Confidential marriage license: $90.
Waiting period None — California has no statewide waiting period.
Documents / ID required Valid government-issued photo ID for both applicants; both must be at least 18 and unmarried.
License validity 90 days from the date of issuance (California statewide rule).
Where & how to apply Call (855) 732-2575 to schedule an appointment before visiting the office; both applicants must appear together.
Office hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Special notes

Appointments are required — walking in without one may mean being turned away, so call ahead.
Official source: San Bernardino County Assessor-Recorder-Clerk — https://arc.sbcounty.gov/marriage/
Last verified: August 2026

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