Marriage License Information for Buffalo County, Wisconsin

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 407 South Second Street PO Box 58 Alma, WI 54610-0058 Office Hours County Clerk's Office is open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 pm. Closed for holidays.

Office Phone 608-685-6209

Useful Links County Website Marriage License Form

Is a Blood Test Required?
No

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

How much is it?

$75.00 Cash Only

What do I need to bring?

Both applicants must provide a birth certificate, a government issued photo ID including permanent address and Social Security numbers. If either applicant was previously married, a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate.

How To Apply:

Both parties are required to present a certified copy of their birth certificate which has a raised seal on it from the State or County where they were born. Each applicants must provide a Social Security number and a government issued photo ID. If either applicant was previously married, spouse death certificate or divorce decree must be provided at time of application.

When does It Expire:

The Marriage License/Certificate is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.

Name Change:
Filing for a marriage license in the state of Wisconsin 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.