Utah County Marriage Licenses

MARRIAGE LICENSES

Hours/Location
Services & Fees
Requirements
Minors
Officiants

Utah County Administration Building

100 East Center, Suite 3600 (3rd Floor)

Provo, UT 84606

Accepting applications from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday (Closed all Federal Holidays & Pioneer Day)

Fees for Marriage Licenses and Additional Services

Marriage Licenses-$40.00 to $70.00 Click on heading for answer.

The total cost for a Marriage License is made up of the following fees:

$30.00 - Utah County Marriage License Fee
Included - One Certified Copy of Completed Marriage License
$10.00 State Required Fee - Children's Defense Trust Fund
$20.00 - State Required Fee - Utah Marriage Commission
This fee does not yet apply. This fee is required only if a couple is able to apply for and complete their license online without walking into a county office. This fee can be waived if the applying couple completes an approved marriage education course or pre-martial counseling prior to submitting their application online. This is in accordance with USC 30-1-34. Utah County does not yet offer a fully online application process. This option will likely be available by the end of 2019.
$10.00 Optional State Fee - Victims of Domestic Violence Donation

The fee is payable by cash, credit or debit cards. Marriage licenses may be used immediately upon purchase, but must be used within 30 days from the date of purchase or the license expires. Any marriage performed after the date the license expires will not be recognized as legally binding. Refunds and extensions cannot be granted.

A marriage license issued in Utah County is valid throughout the State of Utah.
Identification and proof of age is required of all persons.
The person officiating the marriage must return the license to the Utah County Clerk/Auditor's Office within 30 days of the ceremony. If the license is unused or expires, it still needs to be returned to our office.
If a divorce has been granted within the last 60 days, you need to provide a certified copy of the divorce decree.
For information on a divorce filed in the State of Utah, contact the District Court that divorce was filed in. Directory of Utah District Courts

NOTE - EACH APPLICANT MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED APPLICATION

Certified Copies-$5.00 Click on heading for answer.

This is an official legal document, certified with a stamp and seal by the Utah County Clerk/Auditor's Office, and can be used for any legal purpose as if it were the original. Certified copies are typically used for legal name changes, insurance, and other legal purposes. You may order a certified copy by phone by calling 801-851-8109 or come into our office.

If we do not have the license you are looking for in our system, it is likely that it was not issued by Utah County. If you are not sure where the license was issued, you may contact other counties in Utah to see if they have a record of the marriage. Or, you may check the Western States Marriage Records Index.

Marriage Ceremonies-$35.00 Starting June 1, 2019 Click on heading for answer.

In addition to providing marriage licenses, the Clerk's Office can also perform marriage ceremonies for no additional cost through May 31, 2019. Starting June 1st, the county will charge a fee of $35.00 per ceremony performed by county staff. Marriages are performed by a Deputy Clerk with a standard script that fulfills the legal requirements of the State of Utah. Please note the following:

Marriages are performed in the Clerk/Auditor offices during regular business hours only. (Mon-Tue 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Wed-Fri 9:00 am - 4:30 pm, Closed all Federal Holidays & Pioneer Day)
The county is not able to accommodate special requests or large groups of people. Wedding party should be limited to the couple getting married, two witnesses, and three to six additional people maximum.
Ceremonies are performed in the conference room or another available office space.
Couples getting married will be given an opportunity to exchange vows and rings if they choose to.
Would you like someone special to perform your ceremony? The County Clerk can designate and authorize an individual of your choosing to be your officiator. This designation is specific for your ceremony. To learn more about this service click on the “Officiants” tab above.

Requirements

Must schedule an appointment online.
Schedule Ceremony
Must provide your own witnesses (need two)
Marriage license must be valid and issued in the state of Utah

Requirements to Obtain A License to Marry

A marriage license may be issued by the County Clerk after the applicants provide the following required information:

Full legal names are required
Social security numbers, unless the applicant has not been assigned a number
Current addresses
Date and place of birth (town or city, county, state or country, if possible)
Names of respective parents, including the maiden name of the mother
Birthplaces of fathers and mothers (state or country)
One form of ID such as a valid driver's license, passport or original birth certificate. If a birth certificate is used, a photo ID is also required
Divorce decree signed by the Judge if your divorce was final in the last 60 days
Applicants must be 18 years of age and have legal proof of age: Valid drivers license, birth certificate, or passport

Any persons related to each other within, but not including the fifth degree of consanguinity (generally means first cousins) MAY NOT MARRY, except for the following:

First cousins may marry if both are 55 years of age or older and the district court in the county where they reside finds that either is incapable of reproduction
First cousins may marry if both are 65 years of age or older

General Requirements for Minors

A minor must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian
A parent or legal guardian must give sworn consent in person at the time of application, and must provide valid identification
If the parents of the minor are divorced, consent shall be given by the parent having legal custody of the minor as evidenced by court documents or divorce decree
If the parents of the minor are divorced and have been awarded joint custody of the minor, consent shall be given by the parent having physical custody of the minor the majority of the time as evidenced by court documents or divorce decree
If the minor is not in the custody of a parent, the legal guardian shall provide the consent and provide proof of guardianship by court order as well as an oath of affirmation

Requirements for Ages 16 & 17

Parent must be present with valid picture ID to give consent and sign oath of affirmation
Certified copy of Birth Certificate
Current valid picture identification
Written authorization from a judge of the court exercising juvenile jurisdiction in the county where either party to the marriage resides; or a court commissioner as permitted by rule of the Judicial Council

As of May 14, 2019, applicants 15 years of age and younger cannot obtain a marriage license under Utah law

Officials Who Perform Marriages

If you need someone to officiate at your marriage, the following individuals may be available to perform your wedding ceremony. Please contact them directly to discuss scheduling and fees for the ceremony.

Civil Officials Available to Perform Marriages Click on heading for answer.

*4th District Court-Provo*
Name	Phone Num	Fee?	Hours Available	Additional Info
Judge James Brady	(801) 429-1014	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None
Judge Lynn W. Davis	(801) 429-1069 (801) 429-1043	Starting at $50	Business Hours, Nights, & Weekends	Espanol, Portuguese
Judge Anthony Howell	(801) 429-1061	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None
Judge Darold McDade	(801) 429-1058	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None
Commissioner Sean Petersen	(801) 429-1090	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None
*Springville Justice Court*
Name	Phone Num	Fee?	Hours Available	Notes
Judge Sherlynn W. Fenstermaker	(801) 489-2707	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None
*American Fork Juvenile Court*
Name	Phone Num	Fee?	Hours Available	Notes
Judge Suchada Bazzelle	(801) 763-8941	Not Listed	Business Hours Only	None

Utah County Clerk Designees Click on heading for answer.

*Name*	*Phone Num*	*Fee?*	*Email Address & Website*	*Other Languages*	*Additional Info*
James Bendtschneider	(801) 362-0771	Yes	jim.bendtschneider@gmail.com	None	Willing to travel within 50 miles
Ryan Brown	(801) 830-7445	Yes	ryanebrown1989@gmail.com	None	Willing to travel within 20 miles
Kurt Carter	(801) 494-7776	No	carterkurt007@gmail.com	None	Not Listed
Charles Manuele	(801) 669-7060	Yes	psychochuck@gmail.com	German, Cantonese	Willing to travel statewide

Become a Designee Officiant-$10.00 Click on heading for answer.

*HOW TO BECOME A DESIGNEE AUTHORIZED TO PERFORM MARRIAGE CEREMONIES*
Utah State Code 17-20-4 authorizes the County Clerk to designate individuals who are willing to officiate a legal marriage for which a marriage license has been issued. A designated individual is referred to as a Designee. The following information is Utah County's policy on Designees. If you would like to become a Utah County Designee, please read the information below carefully, then complete the appropriate form. Please note that you will need to appear in person with photo ID when you submit your application.
*Application for Appointment as:*

*APPOINTMENT OF DESIGNEE*
Utah County maintains a list of Designees authorized to solemnize a legal marriage for which a marriage license has been issued. An applicant is considered a Utah County designee after their application has been reviewed and approved by the Utah County Clerk or a Deputy Clerk. Designated individuals will be issued a stamped certificate that will serve as evidence that an individual is an approved designee.
*MARRIAGE OFFICIATOR DESIGNEE - GENERAL PROVISIONS*
A Designee will understand and abide by the following provisions in order to be a Designee. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may be grounds for immediate termination of the appointment as a Designee. Any designation of a person to officiant marriages shall be in writing and a record thereof kept by the Clerk. The Designee will be aware of and abide by Utah State Code governing marriage, including the following provisions: A marriage license is only valid within thirty (30) days of issuance. After thirty (30) days, the license must be returned and reissued. A ceremony must have two witnesses (18 years of age or older) that are present to attest to the marriage. These witnesses must be someone other than the officiator and the couple and must sign the license. The Designee will ensure that the official marriage license is filled out accurately and completely, including all necessary signatures. The Designee will enter their title as "Utah County Clerk Designee" on the marriage license. The Designee will return the official license to the Utah County Clerk’s office within thirty (30) days of the ceremony. Failure to do so may result in the Designee being charged with a crime under U.S.C. 30-1-11. An appointment as a Designee does not establish an employment or contractor relationship with Utah County, the Clerk/Auditor’s Office, or any other person or entity. A Designee must be 18 years of age or older. A Designee’s authority to perform marriage ceremonies extends only within the borders of the State of Utah. A Designee is not authorized under Utah State Code to officiate in wedding ceremonies outside of the State of Utah. The Designee will negotiate and manage any compensation for their services. A Designee will establish a consistent fee schedule for any service they provide as a Designee, and the fee schedule will not discriminate or provide preferential pricing on the basis of any characteristic protected under law. The Designee will provide a marriage ceremony that affords each party the opportunity to affirm their willingness to enter into a marriage commitment. Note that the couple may provide their own wording, as long as it includes a statement of their voluntary entry into a marriage commitment with their spouse. A sample of such wording is as follows: DESIGNEE: (Spouse 1), do you take (Spouse 2) to be your lawfully wedded (husband/wife/spouse)? SPOUSE 1: (Required to answer in the affirmative.) DESIGNEE: (Spouse 2), do you take (Spouse 1) to be your lawfully wedded (husband/wife/spouse)? SPOUSE 2: (Required to answer in the affirmative.) DESIGNEE: By virtue of the authority vested in me through the laws of the State of Utah, I now pronounce you (Spouse 1) and (Spouse 2) legally married. The appointment as a Designee may be terminated at any time by the Designee or the County Clerk for no cause with 30 days written notice, or at any time for any material breach of law, this policy, or any provision of the designation form by either party. The Designee will notify the Utah County Clerk/Auditor’s office of any change in contact information during their term as a Designee. The Designee will agree and promise to indemnify and hold harmless Utah County, its officers, agents, officials, employees, and volunteers, and release them for and from any liability, costs or expenses arising from any action, causes of action, claims for relief, demands, damages, expenses, costs, fees, or compensation, whether or not said actions, causes of action, claims for relief, demands, damages, costs, fees, expenses and/or compensations are known or unknown, are in law or equity, and without limitation, all claims of relief which can be set forth through a complaint or otherwise that may arise out of the acts or omissions, negligent or otherwise of the Designee, or marriage parties.
*MARRIAGE OFFICIATOR DESIGNEE - INDEFINITE DURATION*
A Designee may be appointed for an indefinite duration. Additional provisions that apply to a Designee with an indefinite duration include the following: The Designee will not refuse to officiate in a marriage ceremony on the basis of any characteristic protected under law. With a minimum of 5 days advance notice, minus any personal scheduling conflicts, the Designee agrees to perform all marriage ceremonies for any couple that has legally obtained a marriage license within the State of Utah. With advance notice, the Designee will be reasonably available to perform wedding ceremonies during the normal business hours of the Utah County Clerk. At the Designee's discretion, they may also perform wedding ceremonies outside of the normal business hours of the Clerk's office, in accordance with the rest of the provisions in this policy.
*MARRIAGE OFFICIATOR DESIGNEE - LIMITED DURATION*
A Designee may be appointed for a limited duration. A limited appointment is generally intended for situations in which a Designee intends to officiate a marriage for close friends and family where their role as officiator will hold special significance for the marriage party. Additional provisions that apply to a Designee with an limited duration include the following: A person designated to perform marriages with a limited duration will only perform weddings within the limitations specified in the designation. If the Designee is appointed for a limited duration, their appointment will endure until the date the appointment expires, or until the completion of the event(s) for which the individual has been designated, as determined at the time of application, whichever occurs first.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I can't apply in person? Click on heading for answer.

In the rare situation where both spouses are unable to apply for a marriage license in person, one spouse may use the application below to apply for the license without the other spouse present. This application must be signed in the presence of a notary, who will verify the identity/age of the person signing. The spouse who will be applying for the license must bring the completed/notarized application, a copy of the absent spouse's photo ID, and any necessary supporting documentation (such as a divorce decree). This form CANNOT be used for any spouse who is under the age of 18 at the time of signing.

NOTE - APPLICATION MUST HAVE A NOTARY SEAL TO BE VALID!

Who may perform Marriages? Click on heading for answer.

The authority to officiate marriages is governed by Utah Code 30-1-6. The following list is a summary of the code:

Ministers, Rabbis, or Priests of any religious denomination who are in regular communion with any religious society, and are 18 years of age or older.
Native American spiritual advisors
The Governor
Mayors of Municipalities
Justice Court Judges
A Judge or Commissioner of a court of record
The County Clerk, if the clerk chooses to officiate marriages
Any person designated by the County Clerk (click on the Services & Fees tab for more information)
The president of the Senate
The speaker of the House of Representatives
Judges or magistrates of the United States
A judge or magistrate who holds office in Utah when retired, under rules set by the Supreme Court.

How do I change my name? Click on heading for answer.

We do not handle name changes through our office. We will send you a certified copy of your marriage license, which should be sufficient proof of your marriage to any government agency. Name changes are typically handled by the Social Security Administration and the Driver’s License Division.

For more information on changing your name through the Social Security Administration, go to www.ssa.gov to learn more and find your local Social Security office.
For information on changing your name through the Driver’s License Division, contact your local Driver's License Division office. Here is the link to find the nearest office to you.
Utah State Division of Driver's License Offices
You can update your voter registration online. Visit the Utah County Clerk/Auditor Voter Registration page to learn more.
Update your passport information. This will require you to send your certified copy of your marriage license and US Passport Form DD-5504 by mail if your passport was issued within the last year. If your passport was issued more than one year ago, but has not yet expired, you will need to use US Passport Form DS-82 instead. You may contact us at 801-851-8226 or 801-851-8108 if you have a question about how to do this correctly.

This free handbook provides valuable information and resources for those contemplating marriage as well as those already married

Disclaimer

The Marriage License Division of Utah County Government tries to ensure that the information made available on the County's website is accurate and complete. Due to factors beyond the control of the County, however, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modification of information or errors and omissions made in inputting and posting data. The County may make changes to a web page at any time to update, add or correct the information made available. If you have any questions regarding what information is acceptable or required in order to complete a Marriage Application, contact the Marriage License division at 801-851-8226 or 801-851-8108.