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What identification is required for a marriage license in Salt Lake County?

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Direct answer

For Salt Lake County, the published answer is A state driver's license or other valid identification, for each applicant. The Clerk does not publish a fuller accepted-document list for adult applicants; its online system words the same requirement as "valid driver's license or identification". Utah law requires the county clerk to verify the age, legal name and identity of each applicant, and sets out a detailed document list only where an applicant is 16 or 17.

Published rule and conditions

Identification requirements
  • A state driver's license or other valid identification, for each applicant

The Clerk does not publish a fuller accepted-document list for adult applicants; its online system words the same requirement as "valid driver's license or identification". Utah law requires the county clerk to verify the age, legal name and identity of each applicant, and sets out a detailed document list only where an applicant is 16 or 17.

Official requirement

A state driver's license or other valid identification for both parties

Issuing office

Salt Lake County Clerk, Marriage License Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Apply for a Marriage LicenseSalt Lake County Clerk - checked July 26, 2026

    To obtain a marriage license, schedule an appointment and complete the application below. Step 1: Schedule an appointment. Step 2: Submit an online application. Fill it out and submit it online (you don't need to bring a copy with you). Step 3: Arrive at your scheduled appointment. Please come with the following: Both parties. A state driver's license or other valid identification for both parties. $50 payment - We accept AMEX, MasterCard, Visa, cash, or check. A certified copy of the divorce decree if one or both parties were divorced in the last 30 days.

  • Online Marriage ApplicationSalt Lake County Clerk - checked July 26, 2026

    Marriage licenses are being issued by appointment only. Complete this online application (make sure to fill out all fields) and click the Finish button when done. Come into the Salt Lake County Clerk's Office to show your proof of identity and pay for the license. Both parties must then appear in person in the Clerk's Office to complete the marriage license application with valid driver's license or identification and pay the license fee of $50.00. The license fee is non-refundable and includes two certified copies. After the marriage ceremony is done, return the license to our office so it can be recorded.

  • Utah Code section 81-2-303, Application for marriage license — ContentsUtah State Legislature, Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel - checked July 26, 2026

    A county clerk may issue a marriage license only after an application is filed with the county clerk's office, requiring the following information: the social security numbers of the applicants, unless an applicant has not been assigned a number; the age, legal name, and identity of each applicant is verified. A power of attorney may not be used to secure a marriage license on behalf of a party to a marriage.

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