New Mexico Marriage License Application Information

Planning a wedding in New Mexico? An important “to-do” before saying “I do” is filing your marriage license application. In the state of New Mexico there are several rules and office procedures to understand to make the process smooth and worry-free:

1. Togetherness – Both individuals wishing to be married must apply together, in person, at their county clerk’s office to file for a marriage license.

2. Identity – Be sure to bring your driver’s licenses and social security cards as proof of identity.

3. Cash – The cost of applying for a marriage license in New Mexico is $25. Most county offices will only accept exact cash as payment for their fee (so hit the ATM).

4. Expiration – Marriage licenses issued by New Mexico counties do not have an expiration date, so you can acquire yours well before the last hectic weeks before your wedding.