Marriage License Requirements in California
California issues two types of marriage license — public and confidential — and lets you apply in any county regardless of residency. Requirements below apply statewide; fees and appointment rules are set by each county.
| Minimum age to marry | 18 without consent. Ages 16–17 may marry only with a superior court order and parental/guardian consent. Under 16 cannot marry. |
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| Waiting period | None — you can marry the same day the license is issued. |
| License validity | 90 days from the date of issuance. |
| Blood test required | No |
Counties we cover in California
Alameda CountyContra Costa CountyFresno CountyLos Angeles CountyOrange CountySacramento CountySan Bernardino CountySan Diego CountySanta Clara County
Requirements above are set by California 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.