Marriage FAQs

  1. We applied online. Now what?
  2. Who can perform my wedding ceremony?
  3. How do we obtain certified copies after the ceremony?
  4. How do I change my name after marriage?
  5. Can a minister from an out-of-state church perform my wedding in Washington State?
  6. Can a marriage license obtained in Snohomish County be used outside the County?
  7. What is the fee for a marriage license?
  8. How old do the witnesses to my marriage have to be?
  9. If either applicant is divorced, do they need to provide divorce papers?
  10. Are marriage records open for the public to see?
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