San Diego County, California
Marriage license in San Diego County, California
San Diego County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk (public or confidential license) at the San Diego office, under California law (Cal. Fam. Code §§ 350 et seq.).
San Diego County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- San Diego
- 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 San Diego County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.cdph.ca.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the San Diego County Clerk.