St. Louis County, Missouri
Marriage license in St. Louis County, Missouri
St. Louis County issues marriage licenses through the Recorder of Deeds at the Clayton office, under Missouri law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 451.010 et seq.).
St. Louis County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Clayton
- Issued by
- Recorder of Deeds
- License fee
- $50–$51
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 30 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 451.010 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the St. Louis County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.stlouis-mo.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the St. Louis County Clerk.