Las Vegas Weddings

Las Vegas is the wedding capital of the world. The Clark County Marriage Bureau (Las Vegas) issues almost 120,000 marriage licenses a year. Getting married in Las Vegas can be quick and easy because of the relaxed marriage license requirements. Las Vegas weddings can be simple and spontaneous affairs. Weddings in Las Vegas can also be elaborate and lavish productions.

Getting Married in Las Vegas Wedding Chapels

There are many different types and choices of wedding chapels in Las Vegas, usually found on Las Vegas Boulevard near downtown. Las Vegas wedding chapels are also found in almost all the major hotels. The hotels and wedding chapels all offer Las Vegas wedding packages. Las Vegas has many bridal consultants and wedding coordinators that can help you plan and arrange your Las Vegas dream wedding and wedding reception in Las Vegas. Las Vegas wedding locations range from a drive-through chapel on the Las Vegas Strip to exclusive posh Bellagio affairs to Red Rock weddings for adventurous nature lovers.

Las Vegas, Nevada General Marriage License Information

Las Vegas, Nevada Marriage License Requirements:

  • Requirements for U.S. citizens and non U.S. citizens are the same.
  • It is suggested that non U.S. citizens check with your local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure that your marriage will be recognized in your country.
  • Applicants must be a Male and a Female, at least 18 years of age, and not nearer of kin than second cousins or cousins of half blood, and not having a husband or wife living.
  • Applicants may be required to prove their age. Those not having acceptable identification to prove age may be refused a marriage license. (Faxed copies, damaged identification, privately issued I.D., check cashing cards or photocopies of identification are unacceptable.)
  • Social Security Numbers are required on the Affidavit of Application for a Marriage License.
  • Please know your Social Security Number. Those without knowledge of their Social Security Number may be refused a marriage license. It is recognized that non U.S. citizens will not have a Social Security Number.
  • License Fees: The fee for a Las Vegas Marriage License is $55.00 cash. Correct change is appreciated.
  • Identification: The following may be used for identification:
    • Driver's License or State-Issued Identification (ID) Card.
    • Original or Certified copy of Birth Certificate.
    • Foreign Birth Certificate (must be translated into English and notarized).
    • Passport.
    • Military Identification (ID).
    • Resident Alien Card.
  • All documents presented must be translated into English.

Blood Test

There is no blood test and no waiting period after a license is issued.

Las Vegas Marriage Ceremonies

In order to have a legal marriage, a ceremony must be performed in the State of Nevada within one year from date of issuance of the marriage license by any person licensed or authorized to perform ceremonies in Nevada. The ceremony may be performed in any Wedding Chapel, Church or the Civil Marriage Commissioner's Office. Las Vegas marriages are recognized throughout the world.

List of Las Vegas Wedding Chapels

Divorced Applicants

Divorved applicants are required to know the Month/Day/Year/City and State of their divorce. The divorce must be final and filed with the courts in the state or country granted. You are not required to bring the divorce decree.

Clark County Marriage Bureau - Las Vegas, Nevada
  • 201 Clark Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89155-1603
  • (702) 671-0600 Fax (702) 385-8911
  • Las Vegas Marriage Bureau Hours
    • Open Daily 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 (Midnight) Including weekends and holidays.
    • These hours are for the Marriage Bureau office only.
  • Las Vegas Office of Civil Marriages Hours (for performing civil ceremonies)
    • Open Daily 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Including weekends and holidays.