How to Get a Marriage License in Las Vegas: Requirements & Guide

Your Simple, Stress-Free Guide

If you're planning to get married in Las Vegas—whether it’s a dreamy destination wedding or a fun, spontaneous elopement—congratulations! Las Vegas makes getting married incredibly easy, but there’s one important step you can’t skip: securing your Las Vegas marriage license. Thankfully, the process is quick, straightforward, and one of the least stressful parts of planning your big day.

Let’s walk through everything you need to know so you can arrive confident, prepared, and ready to say “I do.”

Where You'll Go and What To Expect:

Every couple getting married in Vegas must visit the Clark County Marriage License Bureau, located at 201 E. Clark Avenue near downtown. Now, here’s the best part:

• It’s open 365 days a year.

• Sunday–Saturday: 8 AM – Midnight

Yep—holidays, weekends, late nights… Vegas doesn’t slow down, and neither does the wedding industry. No appointment needed. Most couples walk in, check in, handle the paperwork, pay the fee, and walk out with their license in under half an hour. It really is that simple.

· The Requirements for a Las Vegas Marriage License

The state of Nevada keeps the requirements minimal.

• You and your partner must be at least 18

• Must provide an unexpired Valid Photo ID (driver's license, state ID, a passport, or military ID)

• Pay license fee $102 (cash or credit card)

During the application, you’ll provide basic personal information: your full names, birthdates, and Social Security numbers if you have them. You’ll also list your parents’ names and birthplaces, along with the date any previous marriage ended. Unless your divorce was finalized in the last 30 days, you won’t need proof of it. Once you receive your Las Vegas marriage license, it’s valid immediately and stays valid for one full year. You can get married the same day—even the same hour.

Pro Tip: Complete The Application Online First!

You can fill out your pre-application online before you even arrive in Vegas. It saves time and makes the check-in process faster. Just bring your confirmation number, show your IDs, and you’re good to go.

What Happens After You Pick Up Your Marriage License

After you pick up your marriage license, the clerk will hand you a white envelope containing two important documents: your marriage license and your marriage certificate. Couples often get these mixed up, so here’s the easiest way to understand them. The marriage license is what gives your officiant or minister permission to perform your ceremony. Think of it as the “green light” that allows the wedding to legally take place. The marriage certificate, on the other hand, is the actual legal document that your officiant—and your witness—will complete during your ceremony. Once the ceremony is done, it becomes the official record of your marriage. From there, it’s the officiant’s responsibility to file that signed paperwork with the Clark County Clerk’s Office. After it’s filed, you can order certified copies to use for name changes and anything else that requires legal proof of marriage.

· Choosing The Perfect Las Vegas Setting

Vegas offers an incredibly wide variety of wedding locations, and there’s truly something for every style. Paradise Wedding Chapel offers a modern, cozy, intimate atmosphere for couples who want something simple and heartfelt. If you’re drawn to the Art District Vegas vibes, The Wine Garden delivers a lush, romantic feel, while Cactus Joe’s Blue Diamond Nursery surrounds you with rustic desert beauty and towering cacti. And for couples who want something dramatic and cinematic, the Dry Lake Bed offers endless open sky and breathtaking sunset views.

Make It Easy With Timeless Connection

Once you’ve got your Las Vegas marriage license, the next step is finding the right officiant—and that’s where Timeless Connection comes in. Whether you're looking for officiant-only services or a complete all-inclusive wedding package, we’re here to help guide you through the process and make your ceremony seamless, meaningful, and stress-free.

No matter what style of wedding you are envisioning, Timeless Connection is ready to bring it to life.

Contact us today to start planning your perfect Las Vegas “I do.”