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What is
needed to get a marriage license?
(Any documents not in English must be translated and
notarized)
*Proof of Residency: at least one party must prove residency
in Ozaukee County for more than 30 days. A valid Wisconsin
Driver’s license with current address is the best proof.
*Social Security Card: Both parties must have their SS card
or something with their name and number on the same document…Ex.
Health insurance card, paycheck stub
*Certified Birth Certificates: All applicants must bring in
CERTIFIED birth certificates. This is available at the County in
which you were born or the State Office of Vital Records.
Hospital copies, photocopies or registration forms are NOT
acceptable.
*Divorce Papers or Death Certificates-see clarification below
*Date of Ceremony- wedding date must be set before applying
for license.
*Officiant-You will need to know the name, address and
telephone number of the person performing your wedding ceremony
How much
is the fee for a marriage license?
$100.00 payable by check or cash. NO credit or debit cards
accepted.
When should I apply?
Application should be at least 8 days before the wedding (due
to the 7 day waiting period) but not more than 35 days.
How long is
the marriage license valid?
30 days - counting starts the day after issuance and ends on
day 30.
We are out of state residents; can I apply in Ozaukee County for
a license?
Out of state residents can apply in Ozaukee County ONLY if
they are getting married in Ozaukee County.
Can there be exceptions to the waiting period requirement?
Please contact our office to discuss your situation.
Do both parties have to be present at the clerk’s office to
apply for a license?
Yes, both the bride and groom must apply together.
Are we
required to have a blood test?
No, Wisconsin does not require blood tests in order to get
married.
How long
does it take to get the license?
The normal time is 15-20 minutes, if you have all the correct
paperwork that is required.
Do we need an
appointment?
No it is first come, first served during the hours of
8:30am-4:30pm Monday thru Friday.
Can we get
an application ahead of time?
No we process the application on a computer at the time of
entry.
How do I get information on being married by a judge?
Contact Clerk of Courts office at 262-284-8409 or
262-238-8409
Do one or both of the marriage license applicants have to be
American citizens?
No, but one of the applicants must be a resident of Ozaukee
County, or be out-of –state residents getting married in Ozaukee
County.
My spouse and I would like to renew our marriage vows. Do we
need to get a license for this?
No, a license cannot be granted to persons who are still
legally married. If a couple wishes to "reaffirm" their vows,
they may do so, but a license cannot be issued for that purpose.
Can I get married by a Judge and then later married in a church?
Yes, you will need the license for the Judge and that day
will be your wedding date. Getting married in a church would be
like renewing your vows (see question above).
Do I need to have my divorce papers or spouse’s death
certificate in order to apply for a marriage license?
If either of the applicants has been married before, they must
bring a file stamped "copy" of the Divorce Judgment, Annulment
papers or Certified Death Certificate from their last marriage.
The divorce must be final for at least 6 months.
Can I legally marry
my cousin?
Persons closer in relationship than second cousins may not
marry. First cousins may marry if the female has attained the age
of 55 years or where either party at the time of application for
marriage license, submits an affidavit signed by a physician
stating that either party is permanently sterile.
Can people obtain licenses to marry partners of their own
gender?
Persons of the same sex MAY NOT marry in Wisconsin.
Can I get a refund on the license if it is not used?
NO, once the license is created (which is the day of
application) there is no refund.
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