Marriage License Information for Santa Clara County, California

Below is all of the marriage license information you need in order to file in the county you will be married in. Please note that we have provided links to your county clerk’s official website as well as a link to the marriage license application form you will file.

Office Address 70 W Hedding St, San Jose, CA 95110 Office Hours Monday- Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Office Phone 408-299-5688

Useful Links County Website

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

Does one of us need to go in person to apply?
Both of you

How much is it?

$80.00 cash check (no out of state checks) and debit

What do I need to bring?

Valid Photo government issued IDs and $80.00

How To Apply:

Upon arrival, please obtain a service ticket from our kiosk, proceed to the public computers located directly behind the kiosk, and enter your marriage license application information. Once the application has been completed, you will electronically submit your application and a clerk will call you to a window for service. Valid photo ID and $80.00

Name Change:
Filing for a marriage license in the state of California does not cause your or your spouse’s last name to automatically change. Married name change services are available to guide you through the married name change process if you opt to change your name.

Same Sex Couple:
Use this online resource for more information about your state’s marriage legislation.