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How long does marriage license processing take in Ada County?

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In Ada County, the license is issued during the office visit, by appointment or walk-in, Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Couples may marry the same day. Booking an appointment reserves the license visit only, not a ceremony. Where one applicant is incarcerated or serving in the military, the two-step process spans multiple days and the couple does not leave with a license after the first visit.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license processing time
The license is issued during the office visit, by appointment or walk-in, Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Couples may marry the same day.

Booking an appointment reserves the license visit only, not a ceremony. Where one applicant is incarcerated or serving in the military, the two-step process spans multiple days and the couple does not leave with a license after the first visit.

Official requirement

We recommend that couples arrive by 4:45 pm to ensure they are able to be assisted prior to 5:00 pm.

Issuing office

Ada County Recorder's Office (Ada County Clerk's Office)

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage LicenseAda County Clerk's Office — Recorder's Office - checked July 30, 2026

    To be married, you must obtain a marriage license from the County Recorder before the wedding ceremony. To obtain a marriage license, both applicants must appear together before the deputy clerk. The license fee of $30.00 can be paid by credit/debit card, cash or a check made payable to the Ada County Recorder. Is there a waiting period before using the license? No, you may get married the same day. There is no expiration date on your marriage license. An Idaho Marriage License must be used within the boundaries of Idaho.

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