Marriage Ceremonies

This service provides information about getting married in the Clerk-Recorder's office and scheduling a civil marriage ceremony.

COVID safety protocols

Mask Policy: As of 2/16/22 the County's current indoor masking requirement will end for fully vaccinated individuals. However, unvaccinated people will still be required to wear a face-covering in all indoor public settings.
Limit is eight (8) people including the couple and witnesses.

General Rules

Appointments are required prior to arrival (ceremonies will not be performed without an appointment).
Applicants must bring their own witness to the ceremony.
You must have a marriage license prior to the ceremony. Marriage licenses also require a scheduled appointment. Please visit our self-service portal to complete the online license or come 30 minutes prior to the appointment to complete the license at a kiosk.
Please arrive promptly at your scheduled time. Late arrivals may result in cancellation.

Who can use this service?

You must be at least 18 years of age and meet the marriage license requirements to be able to marry.

Yes. Please refer to the Clerk-Recorder's Fee Schedule.

Please call our office at 805-781-5080 to schedule an appointment.

Appointment times are as follows:*

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Spanish speaking service offered on Wednesdays between 9 – 11am

*Ceremony Appointments may not be offered during elections

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Clerk-Recorder San Luis Obispo Office

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