Mohave County Marriage License

Mohave County issues marriage licenses at three Clerk of Superior Court locations across northwestern Arizona. Couples can apply in Kingman, Bullhead City, or Lake Havasu City. The license fee is $98 and covers your permit to marry anywhere in the state. Both people must appear in person with valid photo ID to complete the application. There is no waiting period or blood test required. The license stays valid for one full year, giving you time to plan your ceremony. After the wedding, your officiant returns the signed license to the clerk for recording.

Mohave County Clerk of Superior Court

The Mohave County Clerk of Superior Court handles all marriage license applications in the county. The main office sits in Kingman at the county seat. Two branch offices serve the populated areas along the Colorado River. You can visit any of these three locations to apply. Each office processes applications on the spot during business hours. No appointment is needed, though showing up early helps avoid wait times near closing.

The Kingman office operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It handles the largest volume of applications. The Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City offices keep shorter hours with a midday break for lunch. Both run from 8:30 a.m. to noon, then reopen from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Plan your visit around these schedules to avoid a wasted trip. The offices close on all state holidays.

Mohave County covers a huge area of northwestern Arizona. It borders Nevada to the west and Utah to the north. The county includes desert lowlands near the river and mountain terrain in the east. Many couples travel from Las Vegas to get married here. Lake Havasu and the river towns draw visitors year-round. Having three office locations makes it easier for residents and tourists alike to obtain their marriage license.

Marriage License Office Locations

Mohave County operates three locations where you can apply for a marriage license. Each office can issue licenses and certified copies. Pick the location closest to you or the one with hours that fit your schedule. All three offices accept the same payment methods and follow the same procedures.

Kingman Office (Main)
415 E. Spring St.
Kingman, AZ 86401
Phone: (928) 753-0713
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bullhead City Office
2225 Trane Road
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
Phone: (928) 758-0730
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Lake Havasu City Office
2001 College Drive
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
Phone: (928) 453-0701
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For questions by email, contact the clerk at clerkofcourt@mohavecourts.com. You can also send faxes to (928) 718-4930. Mail goes to P.O. Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402.

Mohave County Marriage License Requirements

Arizona sets the rules for marriage licenses statewide. Mohave County follows these requirements exactly. Both people must come to the clerk's office together. You cannot send one person alone or use a proxy. Each applicant needs government-issued photo ID that shows their name, picture, and date of birth. A driver's license, passport, or state ID card all work fine.

You must provide your Social Security number on the application. The clerk keeps this information confidential and separate from public records. If you do not have a Social Security number, just indicate that on the form. Foreign nationals can still get married in Mohave County without one. The number goes to the Department of Economic Security for child support purposes only, not to anyone else. This requirement comes from ARS 25-121, which governs marriage license applications across the state.

The minimum age to marry is 18 years old. Younger applicants face strict limits under Arizona law. A person aged 16 or 17 needs either parental consent or a court emancipation order. Their future spouse cannot be more than three years older. No one under age 16 can marry in Arizona at all. The clerk will ask for proof of age and parental consent paperwork before issuing a license to minors.

Note: Bring your ID and Social Security number to avoid delays at the clerk's office.

Marriage License Fees in Mohave County

The fee for a marriage license in Mohave County is $98. This matches the rate in most of Arizona's larger counties. You pay when you apply, and the license prints right away. The clerk accepts cash, checks, money orders, and credit or debit cards. Payment is required before the license issues. There are no refunds once you receive it.

Certified copies of your recorded marriage license cost $35 each. If you need the clerk to mail a copy, add $8 for postage and handling. Many couples order certified copies for name changes at the DMV, Social Security office, or bank. You can request copies in person, by mail, or by fax. Allow extra time for mail requests to process. The clerk's office keeps marriage records going back decades, so older records are available too.

Mohave County also allows you to apply for a marriage license by mail. This option works for couples who cannot travel to the office in person. Plan ahead because mail applications take up to six weeks to process. You send completed forms, ID copies, and payment to the Kingman office. They mail the license back to you. This option does not work for minors, covenant marriages, or related applicants. Call the clerk for details on mailing procedures.

How to Apply for a Mohave County Marriage License

Walk into any Mohave County clerk location during business hours. Tell the staff you want to apply for a marriage license. They will give you an affidavit to complete. The form asks for your name, age, address, and Social Security number. Both applicants sign the affidavit under oath. The clerk then verifies your IDs and reviews the application.

If everything checks out, the clerk issues your license on the spot. Most applications take 15 to 30 minutes from start to finish. Busy days near holidays may have longer waits. The license prints immediately and you walk out ready to marry. Arizona requires no waiting period, so your ceremony can happen the same day. The license remains valid for 12 months and works anywhere in the state.

Arizona law requires a ceremony to finalize your marriage. Getting the license alone does not make you married. Under ARS 25-111, an authorized person must solemnize the marriage before the license expires. Without this step, your marriage has no legal standing. The person who performs your ceremony must sign the license and return it to the clerk within 30 days for recording.

Wedding Ceremony Rules in Mohave County

You need an officiant and two witnesses for a valid marriage ceremony in Arizona. ARS 25-124 lists who can legally marry couples. Ordained or licensed clergy qualify under any faith. Judges from courts of record, municipal courts, and justice courts can officiate. Federal judges and magistrates have authority too. Any of these people can perform your wedding anywhere in Arizona.

Two witnesses must attend the ceremony and sign the license. They must be at least 18 years old. Friends and family often serve as witnesses. The Mohave County Clerk's office does not schedule or perform wedding ceremonies. You make your own arrangements with a judge, justice of the peace, or clergy member. Some justices of the peace in Mohave County will perform weddings by appointment for a fee.

After the ceremony, your officiant completes the bottom portion of the marriage license. They sign it, the two witnesses sign it, and both spouses sign it. The officiant then delivers or mails this signed form to the Clerk of Superior Court. State law requires the return within a certain time frame. Once the clerk records it, your marriage becomes part of the official record and you can order certified copies.

Special Marriage Rules for Mohave County

Same-sex marriages are legal in Arizona. The state has recognized them since October 17, 2014, following federal court rulings. Mohave County treats all couples equally. The application process, fees, and requirements are identical for everyone. Your marriage license does not indicate whether you are in a same-sex or opposite-sex union.

Proof of divorce is not required to get a new marriage license. You do not need to show your divorce decree at the clerk's office. However, you must be legally divorced before your wedding ceremony takes place. Arizona law makes bigamy illegal. If your previous marriage has not been finalized by a court, you cannot legally remarry. The responsibility to verify your divorce status rests with you, not the clerk.

Arizona offers a special option called covenant marriage. This type of marriage requires premarital counseling and limits the grounds for divorce. Couples sign a declaration of intent along with their regular application. Converting an existing marriage to covenant status costs $35 in Mohave County. You cannot apply for a covenant marriage by mail. Both parties must appear in person with a notarized statement from their counselor proving they completed the required sessions.

Mohave County's FAQ answers common questions about marriage rules:

• Blood tests are not required in Arizona
• No waiting period applies after getting the license
• The license expires one year from the issue date
• You do not need to be an Arizona resident
• Witnesses must be at least 18 years old

Note: Contact the clerk's office if you have questions about your specific situation.

Marriage Licenses in Mohave County Cities

Mohave County has one city that exceeds 50,000 residents. Lake Havasu City sits on the shore of Lake Havasu and draws tourists year-round. The city has its own Clerk of Superior Court branch office on College Drive. Residents can get married licenses without driving to Kingman. The office hours are shorter than the main location, so call ahead to confirm availability.

Bullhead City has a branch office as well. This location serves the Tri-State area where Arizona, Nevada, and California meet. Many Las Vegas visitors cross the border to obtain marriage licenses here. Kingman is the county seat and has the main clerk's office. It offers the longest business hours and handles the most applications. All three cities connect to Highway 93 and Interstate 40, making travel between them straightforward.

Smaller towns in Mohave County do not have clerk offices. Residents of places like Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, or Oatman must visit one of the three main locations. Arizona allows you to get a license from any county, so some people choose to apply elsewhere if it is more convenient. The license works statewide regardless of where you pick it up or where you live.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Mohave County borders several other Arizona counties. If you live closer to another county seat, you can apply there instead. Arizona marriage licenses work anywhere in the state. Here are the neighboring counties with links to their marriage license pages:

• Coconino County - East of Mohave, includes Flagstaff
• Yavapai County - Southeast, includes Prescott
• La Paz County - South, includes Parker

Mohave County also borders Nevada and Utah. Residents near the state line can consider getting married in those states if the rules suit them better. Nevada, in particular, has famously quick wedding options in Las Vegas. However, Arizona licenses are only valid within Arizona. If you plan to marry in Mohave County, you need an Arizona license from any county.