Pierce County, Washington
Marriage license in Pierce County, Washington
Pierce County issues marriage licenses through the County Auditor at the Tacoma office, under Washington law (Wash. Rev. Code §§ 26.04.010 et seq.).
Pierce County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Tacoma
- Issued by
- County Auditor
- License fee
- $60–$175
- Waiting period
- 3 days
- Validity
- 60 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 2
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- Wash. Rev. Code §§ 26.04.010 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Pierce County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: kingcounty.gov.
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