All couples can now apply online.

Three Easy Ways to Apply for a Marriage License

Your license is valid for 60 days in Washington State. (Three-day waiting period starts after the $64 fee has been collected.)

Online

• Complete online application and click the "Apply" button.
• Then, visit the auditor's office. You must both appear in person to complete the online process.
• You must wait three days before the marriage can take place. The three-day waiting period does not begin until you have both appeared in the office.
• You must both be at least 18 years old. Bring photo ID.
• The fee is $64 cash, money order or cashier's check. No personal checks.
   

By Mail

• Complete the online application.
• Click on "Print Preview" to print the marriage application.
• You must both sign the application in front of a notary.
• Mail the original notarized application and a $64 money order or cashier's check. No personal checks.
• You must include the address where to mail the marriage packet and a contact phone number.
  • Without a mailing address and contact phone number, we will hold your packet until we hear from you.
• You must wait three days before the marriage can take place. Your three-day waiting period will begin when we process your application.
• Mailing address:
  • Pierce County Auditor
    Attn: Marriage License
    2401 S. 35th St., Room 200
    Tacoma, WA 98409

In Person

• Visit the auditor's office. You must both appear in person to apply for a marriage license.
• You must both be at least 18 years old. Bring photo ID.
• The fee is $64 cash, money order or cashier's check. No personal checks.
• You must wait three days before the marriage can take place. The three-day waiting period does not begin until you have both appeared in the office and we've processed your application.