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Can you start a marriage license application online in Maricopa County?

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Yes. An application can be started remotely or online in Maricopa County. The Online Marriage License Program genuinely removes the office visit — it is not merely an online form that starts an in-person application. At least one applicant must be a current Arizona resident and the uploaded identification must demonstrate Arizona residency. The ceremony date must be at least 30 days away when you apply. Both applicants sign one printed affidavit by hand, the Clerk reviews the application within 7-10 business days, then telephones to verify both identities and take payment before mailing the license.

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Online marriage license application
Yes

The Online Marriage License Program genuinely removes the office visit — it is not merely an online form that starts an in-person application. At least one applicant must be a current Arizona resident and the uploaded identification must demonstrate Arizona residency. The ceremony date must be at least 30 days away when you apply. Both applicants sign one printed affidavit by hand, the Clerk reviews the application within 7-10 business days, then telephones to verify both identities and take payment before mailing the license.

Official requirement

No office visit or appointment required.

Issuing office

Clerk of the Superior Court in Maricopa County

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage LicensesMaricopa County Clerk of Superior Court - checked July 26, 2026

    Both parties must be present to obtain a marriage license. Each individual is required to provide a valid government-issued photo I.D., such as a driver's license, passport, etc. to show proof of age and confirm identity. Arizona Revised Statute 25-121(B) requires applicants to provide their social security number (SSN), if any. A copy of a divorce decree is not required; blood tests are not required. A marriage license must be issued prior to the ceremony taking place, signed at completion of the ceremony, and returned by the officiator not more than 30 days after the ceremony has taken place in order for the license to be recorded. You will receive your marriage license on the same day you apply for the license, and can be married on the same day, if you have made arrangements with an officiator of your choice to perform the ceremony. However, you have up to one (1) year from the date the marriage license was issued to get married, as the license expires one (1) year from the date of purchase. The fee for a marriage license is $98.00 payable by cash or money order, debit card or credit card. Effective August 3, 2018, if you are under 16 years of age, you are prohibited from marrying.

  • Online Marriage License ProgramMaricopa County Clerk of Superior Court - checked July 26, 2026

    Is at least one applicant a current Arizona resident? Is your marriage ceremony date at least 30 days from now? ID Requirements: Must demonstrate Arizona residency; Must exactly match the names entered on the application; Signatures must match the signatures on the affidavit. Print and sign the affidavit with both applicants' original hand signatures, as they appear on the ID submitted. Your application will be reviewed within 7-10 business days. If accepted, the Clerk's Office will call you during business hours to verify both applicant's identities and process payment for the marriage license. Payment must be made by credit card; we accept Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. Fees are $98.00 for the marriage license, $8 for postage and handling, and an additional $43.50 if you want to prepay for a certified copy. Note: The marriage license expires one year from the date issued.

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