Acceptable Forms

of Identification for a

Marriage License

If you're getting married in Los Angeles County, you’ll need to bring the right ID to apply for your marriage license.

At One Hour Marriage, we’re authorized by the County to issue marriage licenses. We make it fast, simple, and stress-free.

What ID Do You Need for a Marriage License?

Accepted IDs:

All IDs must be valid and not expired. Accepted forms of identification include:

  • Driver’s License (any U.S. state)

  • State ID Card (any U.S. state)

  • U.S. Passport or Passport Card

  • Passport from any other country
    (If it’s not in English, bring a notarized English translation. Expired passports are not accepted—even if the visa is valid.)

  • Military ID or Military Dependent ID

  • Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)

  • Certificate of Naturalization

  • Matricula Consular ID

    • No birth certificate needed if from: Mexico, Argentina, Peru, or Korea

    • All other countries: birth certificate must be translated, notarized, and have an apostille

  • Mexican National Electoral Card

  • Identification Card issued by another country’s government
    (May require a birth certificate and translation if not in English)

IDs That Are Not Accepted:

These documents cannot be used for your marriage license:

  • Social Security Card

  • Employment Authorization Card (EAD)

  • Border Crossing Card

  • B1/B2 Tourist Visa

  • Expired Passport (even with valid visa)

Reference: Los Angeles Marriage Department rules and regulations

Let Us Help You Get Married—Fast

One Hour Marriage can issue your legal marriage license and perform your ceremony—no courthouse visit needed. We’ll walk you through everything, including your ID and paperwork, so you’re not left guessing.