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How long does marriage license processing take in Salt Lake County?

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Direct answer

In Salt Lake County, marriage licenses are issued only at a scheduled in-person appointment, after both applicants show identification and pay. The $50 fee includes two certified copies. Later copies cost $2 per uncertified copy or $5 per certified copy by mail, or $3 per phone order paid by Visa, AMEX or MasterCard.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license processing time
Marriage licenses are issued only at a scheduled in-person appointment, after both applicants show identification and pay. The $50 fee includes two certified copies.

Later copies cost $2 per uncertified copy or $5 per certified copy by mail, or $3 per phone order paid by Visa, AMEX or MasterCard.

Official requirement

Marriage licenses are being issued by appointment only.

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.

  • MarriageSalt Lake County Clerk - checked July 26, 2026

    Individuals requesting a marriage license who are 16 or 17 years of age must provide a certified birth certificate and have parental or legal guardian consent to be married. The parent or legal guardian must give sworn consent in-person at the time of application and must have proper identification. They must obtain written authorization from a judge of the court exercising juvenile jurisdiction in the county where either party to the marriage resides or a court commissioner as permitted by rule of the Judicial Council. $5.00 per certified copy (legal copy) check or money order payable to the Salt Lake County Clerk.

  • 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.

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