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How long is a marriage license valid in Salt Lake County?

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Direct answer

The license used in Salt Lake County is valid for 32 days. Counted from the day after the license is issued. A license not used inside that window is invalid, so a ceremony held after it would not be lawfully solemnized.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license validity
32 days

Counted from the day after the license is issued. A license not used inside that window is invalid, so a ceremony held after it would not be lawfully solemnized.

Official requirement

A license that is not used within 32 days after the day on which the license is issued is invalid.

Issuing office

Salt Lake County Clerk, Marriage License Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage — Utah Courts self-helpUtah State Courts - checked July 26, 2026

    There is no waiting period before you can get married. As soon as you get your license, you can get married. However, the license is only valid for 32 days. If you do not have the marriage solemnized within that time, the license will expire. Two witnesses over 18 must also be present at the wedding ceremony. You must be at least 16 years old to be married in Utah. If you are 18 or older, you do not need consent of a parent or guardian to get married.

  • Utah Code section 81-2-302, Marriage licenses — Use within state — ExpirationUtah State Legislature, Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel - checked July 26, 2026

    A license issued within this state by a county clerk may only be used within this state. A license is considered used within this state if the officiant is physically present in the state at the time of solemnization of the marriage. At least two individuals 18 years old or older witness the declarations of intent and the pronouncement. A license that is not used within 32 days after the day on which the license is issued is invalid.

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