Apply For An Oakland Marriage License
Now that I’m engaged, where do I go to get a marriage license in Oakland, California?
You won’t have to go far. Marriage licenses for all cities in Alameda County, California are issued by the Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s office, which is located in Oakland. The address is 1106 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94607. You and your fiancé(e) both need to go to the Clerk-Recorder’s office between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on a weekday to request your license.
If you have questions you would like to ask about getting your marriage license, you can call 1-510-272-6362 or visit the County Clerk-Recorder’s website: Oakland Marriage License.
What requirements for marriage licenses in Oakland do I need to know about?
You and your fiancé(e) both need to be at least 18 years old and have a legal status of currently unmarried. At the County Clerk-Recorder’s office you will need to present a form of valid photo ID such as a driver’s license or a passport. Don’t forget to bring your ID!
Do I need to have a blood test?
No, you don’t have to have a blood test to request a marriage license because blood testing isnot obligatory for marriage licenses in the state of California.
I don’t live in Oakland. Is that a problem?
That is not a problem. Residency is not a requirement for marriage licenses in Alameda County. You will still be able to apply for a marriage license in Oakland and be married there.
When will do Alameda County marriage licenses expire?
Alameda County marriage licenses expire after 90 days.
How much do I need to be ßprepared to pay for a marriage license in Oakland, California?
Be prepared to pay a fee of $96 on the day that you request your marriage license. The good news is that this fee includes not only your Alameda County marriage license, but also one certified copy of your marriage certificate.
Can I choose the person that will perform the marriage ceremony?
You can choose the person who will perform the marriage ceremony as long as you choose someone who is legally authorized to perform marriages. Persons authorized to perform marriages in California include judges, retired judges, designated court officials, and most religious clergy members.
What if the person I want to perform the marriage ceremony is not authorized?
By being deputized as a Deputy Marriage Commissioner for a day, the person that you want to perform the marriage ceremony can be legally authorized to do so. That person needs to send the following information to Patrick O'Connell, Alameda County Clerk-Recorder at 1106 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94607: the names, addresses, and phone numbers of you and your fiancé(e); the date and place of the wedding; the county where the marriage license was issued; and his or her own name, address, and phone number. He or she will need to be prepared to pay a $75 fee. The Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s office website explains more about this process at Alameda County Marriage License.
I am also considering having a civil ceremony. How do I request a civil ceremony in Oakland, California?
You can request a civil ceremony at the Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s office on any business day before 3:45 p.m. You can even request a civil ceremony the same day that you request your marriage license. If you decide to have a civil ceremony at the County Clerk-Recorder’s office, you will need to provide your own witnesses. You can invite up to 29 guests if you would like.
When will I be able to pick up the marriage certificate?
Before you receive your marriage certificate, you will need to return the signed marriage license to the County Clerk-Recorder’s office. Once the marriage license has been recorded, the office will order the marriage certificate, which should be ready in about two weeks.
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