• reverenddenniston@gmail.com
  • South Lake Tahoe CA 96150
  • Please text us with any questions or comments. 530-318-1722
Lake of the Sky Wedding
  • Home
    • About
      • Testimonials
    • Blog
  • Pricing
  • Location
    • Emerald Bay
    • Logan Shoals
    • Secret Beach
    • Unique Weddings
    • Regan Beach
    • Lake Tahoe Wedding Chapel
    • Lake Tahoe Boat for Wedding Ceremonies
  • Gallery
    • About Photography
  • Vows
    • Christian Vows
    • Rose Ceremony
    • Hands of the Bride and Groom
    • Irish Vows
    • Wedding Poems
    • Pronouncement of Marriage
    • Renewal Vows
    • Non-Denominational Vows
    • Tips for Writing Your Own Vows
  • Tips
    • Lake Tahoe Weather
    • Bridesmaids Gift Ideas
    • Weddings to Remember
    • Honeymoon Planning
    • Fun Wedding Ideas
    • Wedding Traditions
    • Lake Tahoe Boat for Wedding Ceremonies
    • Planning a Destination Wedding
    • Seasonal Wedding Flowers
    • What to pack for the kids
    • Honeymoon Travel
    • Green Wedding Ideas
    • Wedding Videos
    • Lake Tahoe Weddings on the Beach
    • Summer Beach Weddings
    • Mother of the Bride Dress
    • Vacation Ideas for Newlyweds
    • Honeymoon Ideas
    • Unique Weddings
    • Wedding Planning
    • Tahoe Weddings
  • Contact
(530) 544-9193

Wedding License Information

How to obtain a California Marriage License for South Lake Tahoe

California Marriage License Information

To be legally married in the State of California, you must purchase a marriage license and have a marriage ceremony performed. The cost is $75 and does not include a certified copy of the marriage certificate, which is an additional $13 and will be provided once your request has been sent in by US mail. No blood test is required and there is no waiting period. The marriage license may be obtained up to one year prior to the ceremony.

If your wedding is in California, we can issue the marriage license to you and it’s included in our Elopement Package.

If either of you have been divorced within 90 days from the date of the wedding, you must also provide a copy of the divorce papers. Both the bride and groom need to be present with photo IDs at the signing. Both Bride & Groom must be 18 years or older.

Click here to download the application.

If you provide your own California Marriage License, you must also provide a witness. We can provide a witness for $25 with advance notice.

More info about obtaining a marriage license for Lake Tahoe here

Marriage License Issuance

Public and Confidential Marriage licenses and certificates are available at the Recorder-Clerk’s office. Public Marriage Licenses are issued between the hours of 8 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and again between 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Both parties must be present to receive a license.  Fee Schedule and FAQ on Marriage License Issuance.

Note: Marriage Licenses and Ceremonies are done by appointment. If you do not have an appointment, you may wait for an opening; however, it could be up to two hours if appointments are ahead of you, so please inquire at the counter or call us:

Marriage Licenses can be paid by Cash, Money Order or ATM ($2.50 fee)

Placerville: (530) 621-5495
South Lake Tahoe: (530) 573-3409
Location and Hours

Nevada Marriage License Information

If your wedding is in Nevada you must obtain your NV Marriage License at the County Clerk’s office. No blood test is required and no waiting period. The fee is $55 and does not include a certified copy of the marriage certificate, which is an additional $10 per copy.

You must also have a witness to sign the Marriage License. We can provide a witness for $25 with advance notice. Both the bride and groom need to be present with photo I.D., must be 18 years or older. If you are under 18 the law requires a parent to be present or a notarized affidavit giving permission if necessary.

Obtain your NV marriage license at the Douglas County Admin. Bldg., 175 Hwy 50, 2nd Fl. Stateline, NV 775-586-7226. 

To ask about how to start planning your Lake Tahoe wedding please email us or call (800) 544-6193

Locations

  • Emerald Bay
  • Logan Shoals
  • Secret Beach
  • Unique Weddings
  • Regan Beach
  • Lake Tahoe Wedding Chapel
  • Lake Tahoe Boat for Wedding Ceremonies

How We Can Help You!

Book Your Dream Lake Tahoe Wedding Today!

Contact Us

Lack of the Sky Wedding

Our Weddings of Lake Tahoe team has had the privilege to assist thousands of couples with their wedding and vow renewal plans.

Information

  • About Us
  • Pricing
  • Gallery
  • Dining and Local Services
  • Vows
  • Tips
  • Contact Us

Contact Us

Lake of the Sky Weddings

  • reverenddenniston@gmail.com
  • (530) 544-9193
  • 1034 Emerald Bay Road #102 South Lake Tahoe CA 96150

Photography

© Copyright 2025 | Lake of the Sky Weddings | All right reserved.

Contact Us

    What is 2 + 6 ?