How To Get Your Marriage License in Vegas
The Marriage Capital of the World didn’t get that reputation or title for nothing. Here in Sin City, your love is welcomed with open arms, the heat of the sun, and the most effortless nuptial process known to man. Many come to the toasty desert to say, "I do," renew existing love agreements, and bypass the pomp and circumstance of lavish weddings. If this sounds nice to you and your significant other, you’ve come to the right place. Below, we teach you how to get your marriage license in Vegas and give you all you need to know about where to go and how to use it.
Gather All Your Documents
Unfortunately, you can’t simply arrive at the license bureau and get your marriage license. You will need a series of documents to initiate the process. If you have them when you arrive, you’re good to go. Otherwise, you’ll want to pay close attention and prepare ahead of time.
By law, you and your partner must be 18 years of age to obtain a license. You also need a valid driver’s license or alternative government-issued identification. A few acceptable forms of ID include passports, residency cards, voter identification, and military identification cards. Your name will appear on the marriage license exactly as it’s written on your primary form of identification.
With valid identification in hand, all participating parties must fill out the marriage license application. This is another significant piece of documentation that helps ensure the validity of your license once you receive it and file it.
Complete Your Application
Marriage license applications are available online, so this helps if you’re traveling to Vegas from somewhere else with the intention of tying the knot in the desert. The application will remain in the county’s system for up to one year. So if you’re not ready to make your travel plans quite yet, you have some time to knock this out. Each partner must fill in their portion of the application to certify the legalities.
Double- and triple-check all your responses for spelling errors and accuracies because requesting corrections results in fees. Once you feel confident in your responses, submit your application and save your confirmation number. You’ll need the confirmation number when you arrive at the license bureau.
Go to the Right Place
With all the chapels in the city, it’s easy to misstep when you need to physically obtain your license and put it to use. You’ll need to arrive at the Clark County Marriage License Bureau on the corner of Clark Avenue and Third Street. The bureau’s operating hours are 8 AM to midnight, including holidays. You’re also welcome to confirm times and license pickup details if you’re on edge or experiencing cold feet. The representatives will be happy to assist you throughout the process.
When you arrive to pick up the marriage license, you must be prepared to pay a processing fee. The license is $77, and the only forms of acceptable payment are credit or debit cards. The fees may be lower in other locations throughout Nevada, but in Vegas, this is what to expect. There may also be a convenience fee applied to the $77, so having extra to cover this cost in full is worthwhile.
Put Your License to Good Use
Congratulations, you’ve successfully applied for and obtained your marriage license in Vegas, but now you need to know how to use it. So what comes next? Putting your license to good use in this magical, loved-filled destination is your next step. Luckily, the valley is running rampant with wedding chapels designed for every couple. You can walk in, drive through, or plan ahead. Regardless of your style and preference, there is a chapel for everyone and an opening somewhere.
It’s highly recommended to find a chapel with all-inclusive Vegas wedding packages because these offer you the most bang for your buck, even when you want something intimate and minimal. You can pay as little as $150 and receive all the details of an extravagant wedding without the lengthy guest lists, months of planning, or expensive arrangement of vendors and caterers. Not everyone wishes for a big celebration with friends and family near and far. These all-inclusive packages allow you to experience personal touches and character without the fuss and chaos.
A few items you can expect in your package include but are not limited to the following:
Included officiant fees
Handcrafted floral arrangements
Digital images
Videography
Celebratory couple’s cake
Personalized music playlists
Luxury transportation to a destination of choice
When the chapel’s officiant receives your official license, they will give you a quick rundown of the proceedings to ensure you’re comfortable with and understand the process. Ask questions as they come, but it’s effortless for the most part, and that’s why people enjoy it.
Also, it’s essential to note that this experience won’t be possible if you forget the license in your resort or hotel room. Neither the chapel nor the officiant can legally process any binding vows without your marriage license present.
Share Your Love With the World
Heading to Las Vegas to forgo a lavish ceremony does not mean you should cut out the celebrations. While here in town, don’t forget to share your love with the world. Celebrate with a nice night out on the iconic Strip, meander downtown, and let your love run wild on the Fremont Street Experience. Head for a couple’s massage at your resort’s luxury spa, or spend time soaking up the sun at your favorite pool. There is an endless list of options to share, enjoy, and celebrate, whether you’re looking to keep it simple or extend the invite to your closest friends and family.
Love Story Wedding Chapel—where all love is honored, supported, and binding—is open 24 hours a day. We offer a wide range of wedding packages designed to fit every partnership and wish. We can host a small group of witnesses for your nuptials, or we can assist you in saying "I do" with only the partnership in attendance. However you wish to write your love story, we’re here to celebrate with you!
