How to Get a Marriage License in Nevada
Nevada marriage license at a glance
- License fee
- varies by county (~$60-$102; County Clerk; Clark County ~$102)
- Waiting period
- none
- Minimum age
- 18 without consent
- Blood test
- no
Confirm the fee before you go. The marriage-license fee in this state is set by the county and varies, so the figure above is a representative range — check the exact, current fee on the issuing county clerk's own fee schedule. This page is informational only and is not legal advice.
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Couples seeking to marry in Nevada must obtain a marriage license from the County Clerk's office in the county where they plan to marry. The application process requires presentation of government-issued photo identification and proof of age. Nevada has no residency requirement and no waiting period, allowing couples to receive their license and marry on the same day. The license remains valid for one year from issuance. Some counties, particularly Clark County (Las Vegas), offer online pre-application options to streamline the process, though applicants must finalize their application in person at the Marriage License Bureau.
Nevada law permits marriage at age 18 without consent. Individuals aged 17 may marry with parental consent, while those under 17 require both parental consent and court authorization. A single witness aged 18 or older must be present at the time of marriage. The license fee varies by county and is set by each county clerk's office; typical fees range from approximately $60 to $102, with Clark County running near the higher end. Applicants should confirm the exact current fee and all eligibility requirements directly with their county clerk before applying, as fees and regulations may change.
What a marriage license actually is
A marriage license is the government document that authorizes your marriage; you apply for it before the ceremony, and once it’s signed and returned it becomes your marriage record. The fee, waiting period and ID rules below are what each state and county sets — always confirm the exact current amount with the issuing clerk.
| Requirement | Nevada |
|---|---|
| License fee | varies by county (~$60-$102; County Clerk; Clark County ~$102) |
| Fee set by | County (varies by county) |
| Waiting period | none |
| License validity | 1 year |
| ID required | government photo ID; proof of age |
| Residency required | no |
| Minimum age | 18 without consent; 17 with parental consent; under 17 requires parental consent AND court authorization |
| Blood test | no |
| Witnesses | 1 witness (18+) |
| Online option | counties (esp. Clark/Las Vegas) offer online pre-application; finalize at the Marriage License Bureau |
| Where to apply | County Clerk / Marriage License Bureau (county-administered) |
| Governing law | Set by state statute — refer to your state’s official statutes and the issuing County Clerk for the governing rule |
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Compiled from public-record Nevada marriage law and the issuing agency, verified June 2026. Primary source → · How we compile this. Informational only — not legal advice.