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Washington Marriage License Requirements for Officiants

We have detailed filing guides for 39 counties in Washington, covering filing deadlines, witness requirements, ordination acceptance, and clerk office details.

County Filing Guides

CountyFiling Deadline
Adams30 days
Asotin30 days
Benton30 days
Chelan30 days
Clallam30 days
Clark30 days
Columbia30 days
Cowlitz30 days
Douglas30 days
Ferry30 days
Franklin30 days
Garfield30 days
Grant30 days
Grays Harbor30 days
Island30 days
Jefferson30 days
King30 days
Kitsap30 days
Kittitas30 days
Klickitat30 days
Lewis30 days
Lincoln30 days
Mason30 days
Okanogan30 days
Pacific30 days
Pend Oreille30 days
Pierce30 days
San Juan30 days
Skagit30 days
Skamania30 days
Snohomish30 days
Spokane30 days
Stevens30 days
Thurston30 days
Wahkiakum30 days
Walla Walla30 days
Whatcom30 days
Whitman30 days
Yakima30 days

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do officiants have to file a marriage license in Washington?

In Washington, officiants typically have 30 days to return the signed marriage license to the county clerk's office after the ceremony.

Is ULC ordination accepted in Washington?

ULC (Universal Life Church) ordination is generally accepted in Washington. We recommend confirming with the specific county clerk's office before the ceremony.

Where do I file the marriage license in Washington?

Marriage licenses are filed at the county clerk's office (or equivalent) in the county where the license was issued. Each county has its own office — see the county guides below for specific addresses and contact information.

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