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Do both applicants have to appear in Los Angeles County?

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Direct answer

Yes. Both applicants must appear as the office describes in Los Angeles County. Proxy marriage is not permitted in California, other than the statutory exception for a member of the Armed Forces stationed overseas in a conflict or war.

Published rule and conditions

Applicant appearance rule
Yes

Proxy marriage is not permitted in California, other than the statutory exception for a member of the Armed Forces stationed overseas in a conflict or war.

Official requirement

To obtain a marriage license in Los Angeles County both parties must be present together and provide "Proof of Identity" and age documents (photo and age verification is mandatory).

Issuing office

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk

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Official sources for this answer

  • EligibilityLos Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk - checked July 30, 2026

    To obtain a marriage license in Los Angeles County both parties must be present together and provide "Proof of Identity" and age documents (photo and age verification is mandatory). Acceptable forms of I.D. are: Driver's license / Passport / Alien resident card. All documents must be in English. Documents that have expired will not be accepted. Certified copy of a divorce or the dissolution of a previous marriage is required if the event occurred within the last two years or less. There is no residence or citizenship status requirement. Proxy marriages are not legal. A blood test and health certificate are not required to obtain a marriage license. A person "Under 18" must provide a Notarized Parent or Guardian Consent Statement and an order from the Superior Court granting the minor permission to obtain a marriage license.

  • Online Marriage License SystemLos Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk - checked July 30, 2026

    This website will allow you to apply for your Marriage License online! Please remember: Both parties are required to appear together to obtain the official license to marry. This application will be kept on file for 90 days from the date submitted to the Los Angeles County REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY-CLERK. If you do not finish the application before that time, it will be removed from our system.

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