How to Get a Marriage License in Oregon
Oregon marriage license at a glance
- License fee
- varies by county (~$60; County Clerk)
- Waiting period
- 3 days (license effective on the 3rd day after application; waivable by the county clerk for a fee)
- 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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In Oregon, couples seeking a marriage license must apply through the County Clerk's office in their county of residence. Applicants must present a government-issued photo ID and proof of age. Oregon requires applicants to be at least 18 years old; those age 17 may marry with parental consent, but marriage is not permitted for anyone under 17. Some counties offer online application options, though applicants should verify availability with their specific county clerk. Two witnesses, each at least 18 years old, are required to be present at the time of application or solemnization.
The marriage license fee varies by county and is set locally; fees typically range around $60. After submission, Oregon imposes a standard three-day waiting period before the license becomes effective; couples may request a waiver of this waiting period from the county clerk for an additional fee. Once effective, the license remains valid for 60 days. Before applying, couples should confirm the exact current fee, waiting-period waiver procedures, and any other requirements directly with their county clerk's office, as fees and administrative rules are county-specific and subject to 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 | Oregon |
|---|---|
| License fee | varies by county (~$60; County Clerk) |
| Fee set by | County (varies by county) |
| Waiting period | 3 days (license effective on the 3rd day after application; waivable by the county clerk for a fee) |
| License validity | 60 days (effective after the 3-day wait) |
| ID required | government photo ID; proof of age |
| Residency required | no |
| Minimum age | 18 without consent; 17 with parental consent; under 17 not permitted |
| Blood test | no |
| Witnesses | 2 witnesses (18+) |
| Online option | some counties offer online application; license effective after the 3-day wait |
| Where to apply | County Clerk (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 Oregon marriage law and the issuing agency, verified June 2026. Primary source → · How we compile this. Informational only — not legal advice.