Getting a Marriage License in Idaho
Where to apply for a marriage license in Idaho, what to bring, the waiting period, how long it's valid, and the minimum marriage age.
Short answer: Marriage licenses are issued by the county recorder of any Idaho county. If the recorder does not personally know the parties are legally able to marry, the recorder takes a written sworn affidavit from the applicants (and others as needed). Idaho Code §§ 32-401, 32-402, 32-403, 32-404
| Getting a marriage license | Marriage licenses are issued by the county recorder of any Idaho county. If the recorder does not personally know the parties are legally able to marry, the recorder takes a written sworn affidavit from the applicants (and others as needed). Every application must include the parties' Social Security numbers; an applicant without one must provide Social Security Administration verification, a birth certificate, passport or similar document, and proof of lawful presence. The license is issued on payment of the recorder's fee. After the ceremony, the officiant must return the license and certificate to the issuing recorder within 30 days. |
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| Minimum marriage age | Adults 18 and older may marry. A 16- or 17-year-old may marry only with the sworn, written consent of a parent or guardian, and may not marry an adult who is three or more years older. If both parties are 16 or 17, each must give the county recorder an original or certified birth certificate or other acceptable proof of age. No license may be issued to anyone under 16. Source: Idaho Code §§ 32-202, 32-403(1) |
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FAQ
How do you get a marriage license in Idaho?
Marriage licenses are issued by the county recorder of any Idaho county. If the recorder does not personally know the parties are legally able to marry, the recorder takes a written sworn affidavit from the applicants (and others as needed). Every application must include the parties' Social Security numbers; an applicant without one must provide Social Security Administration verification, a birth certificate, passport or similar document, and proof of lawful presence. The license is issued on payment of the recorder's fee. After the ceremony, the officiant must return the license and certificate to the issuing recorder within 30 days.
What is the legal age to get married in Idaho?
Adults 18 and older may marry. A 16- or 17-year-old may marry only with the sworn, written consent of a parent or guardian, and may not marry an adult who is three or more years older. If both parties are 16 or 17, each must give the county recorder an original or certified birth certificate or other acceptable proof of age. No license may be issued to anyone under 16.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.