Oregon marriage license: cost and requirements
You must wait 3 days after applying, and then you have 60 days for the wedding anywhere in Oregon.
Oregon summary
Official source Reviewed Nov 4, 2026 · Confirmed in the law or on the official website.
- Cost
- $60 in Multnomah County; the law sets a base fee of $25 and counties add other charges.
- Waiting period
- 3 days from when the application is signed (ORS 106.077). The county may waive it (in Multnomah, an extra $5).
- Validity
- 60 days from when it takes effect (ORS 106.077).
- Witnesses
- 2 witnesses at the ceremony (official Oregon Health Authority form, 2026).
How much is a marriage license in Oregon?
$60 in Multnomah County; the law sets a base fee of $25 and counties add other charges.
What do you need to get the license?
- ID: We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
- Minimum age: 18 since January 1, 2026 (through December 31, 2025, 17 was accepted).
- Other requirements: The officiant delivers the form to the county within 5 days after the wedding. Marriage between first cousins or closer relatives is not allowed.
Where do you get it, and who issues it?
County clerk.
Where it is valid: Anywhere in Oregon (Multnomah County).
Is there a waiting period, and does it expire?
- Waiting period: 3 days from when the application is signed (ORS 106.077). The county may waive it (in Multnomah, an extra $5).
- Validity: 60 days from when it takes effect (ORS 106.077).
How many witnesses, and who can marry you?
- Witnesses: 2 witnesses at the ceremony (official Oregon Health Authority form, 2026).
- Who can officiate: We couldn't confirm this at the official source. Ask the office.
Oregon counties with an AltarPlan guide
We haven't published Oregon county guides yet: we verify them one by one against the official source. In the meantime, these rules apply statewide and the office can confirm the exact fee.
Other counties couples often look up
We haven't verified these counties yet. The Oregon rules on this page apply; the fee and the office depend on the county, so confirm them on the official website.
- Multnomah County (Portland)State rule No guide of its own yet.
- Washington County (Hillsboro)State rule No guide of its own yet.
How to get a marriage license in Oregon
- Confirm where to apply: County clerk.
- Get your payment ready: $60 in Multnomah County; the law sets a base fee of $25 and counties add other charges.
- Count the waiting period: 3 days from when the application is signed (ORS 106.077). The county may waive it (in Multnomah, an extra $5).
- Marry within the validity period: 60 days from when it takes effect (ORS 106.077).
- Before you go, confirm everything with the office that issues the license: fees and hours change.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Oregon marriage license valid anywhere in the state?
Anywhere in Oregon (Multnomah County).
What is the minimum age to marry in Oregon?
18 since January 1, 2026 (through December 31, 2025, 17 was accepted).
Does AltarPlan issue the license?
No. AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. This information is a general guide, not legal advice: confirm with the office.
Sources and review date
- Oregon Health Authority, instructions for couples (effective Jan. 1, 2026) (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Oregon Legislature, ORS ch. 106 (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Multnomah County, Get a Marriage License (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
- Washington County, Marriage Licenses (opens in a new tab) Accessed Nov 4, 2026.
Reviewed Nov 4, 2026. If you spot an error, write to us.
AltarPlan is not a government office and does not issue licenses. General information, not legal advice. Confirm with the county office.