Apply For A Kansas City Marriage License
How can I apply for a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas?
To apply for a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas, you will need to go to the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office and submit an application. The Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office is located at 1819 Farnam Street, Room H0, in Kansas City, Kansas. The office is open from Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You and your prospective spouse will need to appear together in person to submit your application. You can visit the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office website at Kansas City Marriage License to learn more about applying for a marriage license in Kansas City.
What requirements will I need to meet to receive a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas?
To receive a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas without parental consent, you will need to be at least 19 years of age. If you are 17 or 18 years of age, you can apply for a marriage license if you have a notarized form of parental consent. If you are under 17 years of age, you cannot be issued a marriage license in the state of Kansas. At the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office, you will need to provide your social security number, the names and places of birth of your parents, and a photo I.D. such as a driver’s license or a passport as proof of your age. If you have been divorced, you will need to provide the date of your divorce. If your divorce was granted in Kansas, you will need to wait until the six month waiting period has passed before you will be able to apply for a new marriage license. You can download the marriage license application online at Douglas County Marriage License.
Do I have to have a physical examination as part of the marriage license application in Kansas City, Kansas?
No, you do not. You do not need to provide proof of a physical examination or blood test results as part of the marriage license application in Kansas City, Kansas.
How much will I need to pay to receive a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas?
You will need to pay a marriage license fee of $15.00 to receive a marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas. There is an additional fee of $5.00 if you also want to receive certified copy of your marriage license. You can pay by cash or credit card. You should note that there is an additional transaction fee if you choose to pay with a credit card. The Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office does not accept personal checks.
When will I be able to use my Douglas County marriage license in Kansas City, Kansas?
Your marriage license issued by Douglas County will be valid immediately and remain valid for a period of one year. If you do not use your marriage license before one year has passed, your marriage license will expire. Marriage licenses issued by Douglas County are valid anywhere in Kansas.
Who can perform my wedding ceremony in Kansas City, Kansas?
You can ask any authorized person such as an ordained religious clergy member, judge, retired judge, or clerk magistrate to perform your wedding ceremony in Kansas City, Kansas.
How do you order a marriage certificate in Kansas City, Kansas?
After your wedding ceremony, you can request certified copies of your marriage certificate at the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office. You need to fill out a request form (available online at Kansas City Marriage License) and mail it to the Douglas County Clerk at 1819 Farnam St. H08, Kansas City, NE 68183. You can also submit the request form in person at the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller’s office. Certified copies are $5.00 each.
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