Apply For A Clovis Marriage License
I want to get married in Clovis, California. How do I get a marriage license?
If you want to get a marriage license for your wedding in Clovis, you need to go with the person that you are marrying to the Fresno County Clerk’s office located at 2221 Kern Street in downtown Fresno. At the County Clerk’s office, you just need to show your driver’s license and complete the marriage license application. You can also show a certified copy of your birth certificate and another form of photo I.D. instead of a driver’s license. The Fresno County Clerk’s office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can reach the County Clerk’s office by phone by calling at (559) 600-2575.
Do I qualify for a marriage license?
You qualify to receive a marriage license in Clovis if you are at least 18 years old or older and unmarried.
Do I need to show blood test results to get a marriage license in Clovis, California?
No: you do not have to show blood test results. Blood test results are not needed to receive a marriage license in the state of California.
Do I need to be a resident of Clovis to get a marriage license?
No: you do not have to be a resident of Clovis or even a citizen of the United States to receive a marriage license in the state of California.
How long do I have to wait to use my Fresno County marriage license?
There is no waiting period to use a marriage license in Fresno County. Fresno County marriage licenses are valid on the day that they are issued and for up to 90 days after the day that they are issued. After 90 days, the marriage license will expire.
Where is a Fresno County marriage license valid?
A regular marriage license from Fresno County is valid anywhere in the state of California. A confidential marriage license, on the other hand, is valid only within Fresno County.
Can I have a civil ceremony in Clovis?
Civil ceremonies are performed at the Fresno County Clerk’s office in Fresno. To be married in a civil ceremony, you need to make an appointment. There is a $21.00 fee.
To make an appointment for your civil ceremony, call (559) 600-2575. You can see the Fresno County civil ceremonies calendar online at Clovis Marriage License.
What is the cost for a Fresno County marriage license?
A regular Fresno County marriage license costs $49.00. A confidential Fresno County marriage license costs $69.00. The Fresno County Clerk’s office accepts cash, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard.
Who can perform my wedding in Clovis, California?
There are many people who are authorized to perform weddings in Clovis. In fact, anyone that is authorized to perform wedding ceremonies in the state of California is authorized to perform your wedding in Clovis. That means that any priest, minister, or rabbi from any religious denomination, a judge, commissioner, assistant commissioner from the California judicial system, or current mayor could potentially perform your wedding.
How do I get a marriage certificate after my wedding in Clovis, California?
At the Fresno County Clerk/Recorder’s office, you can place an order for a certified copy of the marriage certificate. The cost for a marriage certificate is $14.00.
Where can I learn more about getting a marriage license in Clovis, California?
To learn more, visit the Fresno County Clerk’s office website at Fresno Marriage License.
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