Alameda County, California
Marriage license in Alameda County, California
Alameda County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk (public or confidential license) at the Oakland office, under California law (Cal. Fam. Code §§ 350 et seq.).
Alameda County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Oakland
- Issued by
- County Clerk (public or confidential license)
- License fee
- $35–$150
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 90 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 1
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number (recited)
- Statute
- Cal. Fam. Code §§ 350 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Alameda County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.cdph.ca.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Alameda County Clerk.