How to Get Married in Arizona: Complete 2025 Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Understand Arizona Marriage License Requirements

To legally marry in Arizona, you’ll need a marriage license issued by a County Clerk’s office. There is no waiting period, meaning you can marry the same day you get the license.

What you’ll need:

• Both parties must appear in person at the Clerk’s office.
• A valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.).
• Both parties must be at least 18 years old. (There are exceptions for 16–17 with parental consent and court approval.)
• There is no blood test required.

Key Details:

• Licenses are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
• The current fee is $83 (Maricopa County).
• The license is valid immediately — no waiting period.

👉 You can find the official fee and requirement details on the Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court Marriage License page.

Step 2: Choose Your Arizona Officiant

In Arizona, your ceremony must be performed by someone legally authorized to officiate weddings. This includes:

• Ordained ministers or clergy (including those ordained online).
• Judges, magistrates, or justices of the peace.

As a legally ordained Arizona marriage celebrant, I can perform:

• Romantic weddings in any Arizona location
• Intimate desert elopements
• Vow renewals and commitment ceremonies
• Same-day weddings if your license is ready

👉 Learn more about my Arizona wedding officiant services.

Step 3: Select Your Location & Date

Arizona offers endless ceremony options:

• Desert landscapes with saguaro silhouettes
• Elegant Scottsdale resorts
• Historic chapels in Phoenix
• Outdoor spaces in Sedona or Flagstaff

Many couples choose sunset desert weddings for their romantic light and iconic backdrops.

👉 Explore more romantic Arizona ceremony locations.

Step 4: Plan for Witnesses & Ceremony Details

Arizona requires two witnesses, age 18 or older, to sign the marriage license during the ceremony. Witnesses can be friends, family, or anyone present.

You can personalize your ceremony with:

• Custom vows
• Cultural or religious elements
• Music, readings, or special rituals

As your officiant, I guide couples through the entire process to ensure your ceremony flows smoothly and feels authentic to your story.

Step 5: Filing Your Marriage License

After the ceremony, your officiant signs the license along with both witnesses. The completed license must then be returned to the Clerk’s office to make your marriage official.

If I perform your ceremony, I take care of filing the license for you, ensuring everything is legally recognized by the State of Arizona.

A Beautiful Start to Your Arizona Love Story

Getting married in Arizona is both simple and magical. With no waiting period, straightforward requirements, and breathtaking venues, couples can focus on what truly matters: their love story.

Whether you’re planning months in advance or eloping tomorrow, I’m here to make your ceremony meaningful, smooth, and unforgettable.

✨ Your Love Story, Your Ceremony, Your Way.