License Requirements
for Marriages in Washington State
Don't wait till the last minute to get your wedding license. You can't get married without it. Contact Rev. Michael Vaszary for more info.
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Washington Marriage Laws
Here's what you need to know to make the marriage legal in Washington State.
In order to get married, you need to apply and receive a marriage license.
ID Requirement:Valid Driver's License, Certified Birth Certificate or Valid Passport.If Previously Married:A divorce must be final and filed before applicants can apply for a license. Documents are not necessary.Residency Requirement:Do not have to be a resident of WashingtonApplication Requirement:Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the time of applying.Fees:$57.00 - cash or check only (Spokane County). Varies from County to County.Waiting Period:Three day waiting period.Blood Tests:No blood test requirement.Under 18:Applicants between 17 and 18 years of age need to have a parent (legal custodian) present with them to provide their consent. If you are under 17 years old, you will need to have the age requirement waived by a superior court judge of the county in which one of the parties resides. Proof of age such as a driver's license or birth certificate is also required along with the written permission of the family court. Emancipated minors must present court emancipation papers specifically allowing the minor to marry.Proxy Marriages:No.Same-Sex Marriages:The laws governing marriage in the state of Washington require that the parties to the marriage be a male and a female. That means it is not possible for a same-sex couple to obtain a license to marry in this state.Officiants:Regularly licensed or ordained ministers or any priest of any church or religious denomination anywhere within the state may perform marriages. Ministers must send certificate of marriage to the county auditor within 30 days after the marriage.Valid:License is valid for 60 days. The license can only be used within the State of Washington.Clerk's OfficeYou may obtain a license at 1116 West Broadway Avenue, on the 2nd floor of the Spokane County Courthouse. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00pm, excluding holidays.
Spokane County Auditor Reverend Vaszary is a Wedding Officiant located in Spokane, Washington |