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Larry James
Marriage License Guide
Greater Phoenix
To get a marriage license in the Greater Phoenix area, specifically Maracopa County, an engaged couple must appear in person
together at one of the Justice Court offices listed below and each must present a photo ID. You may be required to provide a driver's
license as proof of age. You must appear in person to obtain a marriage license in Maracopa County. Marriage licenses are usually not available
online.
The fee for a marriage license, which is valid throughout Arizona, is $50.00 payable by cash or check with a driver's
license or bank guarantee card or credit card. If you are purchasing a license at the Justice Courts, they accept
checks, money orders, or cashiers checks. No cash or credit cards are accepted.
It is recommended that you also purchased a "Certified" copy of the marriage license ($18.00) to be sent to you after
the licence is filed by the Officiant with the Clerk of the Court. If the Bride will be changing her name, some banks, Social
Security office, etc., may require a Certified copy.
A copy of a divorce decree is not required. No blood test is required.
You will receive your marriage license and can be married on the same day you apply for it.
An unused marriage license expires one year from the date of purchase.
If you are under the age of 18, you must either have a notarized parental consent form or have your parents
accompany you, present the proper identification, and sign the parental consent form in front of the clerk issuing your license.
If you are age 16 - 17 identification and one of the following documents showing proof of age is needed: a)
certified copy of birth certificate; b) current driver's license; c) state or military I.D. card; or d) current passport
If you are age 15 or under, you must also have a court order. To obtain a court order you must contact Conciliation
Court at: 602-506-3296.
Most Justice Court offices are open until 5:00 p.m. MST, however you are encouraged to arrive by 4 p.m. to complete the paperwork.
Click here for information on "Arizona Covenant Marriage License Requirements."
Because days and times are subject to change without notice, you are encouraged to call to verify
days and times of office hours and form of acceptable payment before you go.
Buckeye:
100 North Apache Road, #C, 85326
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
623-386-4289 - Get directions
Chandler:
55 North Arizona Place, #203, 85225-5919
M-Th 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - (CASH Only)
480-782-2180 - Get directions
Gila Bend:
209 East Pima Street, 85337
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
602-506-1589 - Get directions
Mesa:
222 East Javelina, 85210-6237
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
602-506-3360 - Get directions
4811 East Julip, #128, 85205-3323
Monday and Friday ONLY
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
480-985-0188 - Get directions
Phoenix:
601 West Jackson, 85003-2436
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - (Cash, checks & credit cards)
602-506-7400 - Get directions
10255 North 32nd Street, 85028-3851
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
602-506-3731 - Get directions
18380 North 40th Street, Suite 120, 85032
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
602-245-0432 - Get directions
4622 West Indian School Road, Suite 10, 85031-2839
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
602-245-0432 - Get directions
217 East Olympic Drive, 85042-6564
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
602-243-0318 - Get directions
Surprise:
14264 West Tierra Buena Lane, 85374
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
602-506-3360 - Get directions
Tolleson:
9550 West Van Buren, Suite 6, 85353-2826
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
623-936-1449 - Get directions
Wickenburg:
155 North Tegner Street, Suite D, 85390-3427
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
602-506-1554 - Get directions
Updated 1/25/08
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