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Is residency required for a marriage license in Ada County?

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Direct answer

In Ada County, no Idaho residency is required of either applicant. The license may only be used for a ceremony inside Idaho.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license residency rule
No Idaho residency is required of either applicant. The license may only be used for a ceremony inside Idaho.
Official requirement

No; however, with an Idaho State Marriage License, you must get married in Idaho.

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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