Who qualifies for getting married?

Male and female persons, 18 years of age or older, not nearer of kin than second cousins or cousins of the half blood, and not having a husband or wife living, may be joined in marriage. Both parties must appear at the Washoe County Marriage License Bureau in either Reno or Incline Village.

Blood tests, waiting period

Blood tests are not required in Nevada, and there is no waiting period.

Identification requirements

Identification may be required for proof of age. Acceptable identification would be a valid driver's license, a valid identification card from DMV, a valid passport, a certified or original birth certificate.

Marriage following a divorce

You do not need to bring your divorce papers; however, if you have been divorced or your previous marriage has been annulled, the divorce or annulment must be final in the state where granted. You must know the year of the divorce or annulment and where the papers were filed.

Marriage of people under 18

Persons at least 16 years of age but less than 18 years of age may marry only if the person has the consent of:

Either Parent
Such person's legal guardian

Persons signing as legal guardians must furnish a certified court order showing proof of full legal guardianship to the satisfaction of the County Clerk. If the parent or legal guardian cannot be present, a statement, written in English, stating the name, birth date, age of the minor child, and stating the relationship of the person giving consent, acknowledged before a Notary Public will be accepted. The notary must state: the parent or guardian personally appeared before or was subscribed and sworn to. A facsimile of the consent will be accepted. When a legal guardian is signing and sending a facsimile, a copy of the court order for full guardianship must be attached to the notarized consent.

A person less than 16 years of age may marry if either parent or legal guardian files an action, pays all court fees as provided by law, and presents a court order from the Second Judicial District Court, County of Washoe, State of Nevada, authorizing the County Clerk to issue a license. The forms that you need for the filing of the court order are available from the County Clerk's office. The parent (or legal guardian), bride and groom must show their identification at this time. The clerk will direct you to the proper department for the filing of the documents.

Hours available for license obtainment

Licenses can be obtained from 8 am to 12 am (midnight), Monday through Sunday.

Method of payment for license

Washoe County accepts cash payment and Visa/Mastercard for license fees 50.00(no personal checks).

The marriage process

To be legally married, a marriage ceremony must be performed by any person authorized to perform a marriage in the State of Nevada. That's where Arch of Reno comes in! One witness to the marriage ceremony is required by law. A witness will be provided if necessary.





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Licensing Information
Application for license:
County Clerk's Office, Courthouse
200 South 3rd
Las Vegas, NV 89102

Open 8:00 am to Midnight Monday thru Thursday
Open 24 hours Friday and Saturday
Close Sunday at Midnight

Application fee 35.00 (cash fee)

Expires after one (1) year. Waiting period none, no blood test required

Age and ID requirements:
18 years and up require a drivers license, certified copy of your birth certificate (name must match), passport or military ID (one of these is required.

16-18 years old requires parental consent. Parents must be present or you must have a notarized consent form







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