Alaska Marriage License Requirements | Courthouse Wedding Guide
Planning a courthouse wedding or civil ceremony in Alaska? This is your complete, verified guide to marriage license requirements — fees, waiting periods, witnesses, age requirements, and everything else you need to know to get legally married in Alaska.
Marriage License Requirements in Alaska (2025)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| License Fee | $60 in person / $70.50 by mail |
| Waiting Period | 3 business days after application is received |
| License Validity | 90 days |
| Where to Apply | Bureau of Vital Statistics (Juneau, Anchorage, Fairbanks) or any Alaska Court |
| Documents Required | Valid government-issued photo ID; Social Security number; birth certificate (if under 18); divorce decree if divorced within past 60 days |
| Residency Required | Not required |
| Minimum Age (No Consent) | 18 |
| Minimum Age (With Parental Consent) | 16–17 with parental consent (both parents must sign) + court order; age gap between parties must not exceed 3 years |
| Witnesses Required | 1 required (must be 18+) |
| Ceremony Cost (Estimate) | $25 for Marriage Commissioner appointment (to have a friend or family member officiate) |
What You Need to Know About Getting Married in Alaska
No proxy marriages. No self-solemnization — a third-party officiant is required. A friend or family member (18+) can be appointed as a Marriage Commissioner for $25 through the local court.
Step-by-Step: How to Get Your Alaska Marriage License
- Gather your documents — Valid government-issued photo ID; Social Security number; birth certificate (if under 18); divorce decree if divorced within past 60 days. If previously married, bring your divorce decree or death certificate.
- Visit Bureau of Vital Statistics (Juneau, Anchorage, Fairbanks) or any Alaska Court — both parties must appear in person unless stated otherwise.
- Pay the fee — $60 in person / $70.50 by mail. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods (cash, card, money order).
- Observe the waiting period — 3 business days after application is received. Plan your application date accordingly.
- Use your license within the validity window — 90 days.
- Return the signed license — after your ceremony, your officiant (or you, if self-solemnizing) must return the completed license to the issuing office.
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Source: Alaska official vital records / court authority. Requirements verified May 2026. Always confirm current requirements directly with your local clerk's office before your visit, as fees and rules are subject to change.