How to Get Married in Calumet County, Wisconsin

To get married in Calumet County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $100 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 206 Court Street. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$100
License Fee
3
Day Waiting Period
Application day does not count
60
Days License Valid
2
Witnesses Required

How It Works

Pick your date, county, and officiant

The clerk records all three on your license, so you need them before you apply. You can apply in any Wisconsin county, even if your ceremony is in a different one. Browse officiants on BareVows.

Schedule an appointment

Calumet County requires an appointment. Call (920) 849-1458 to schedule.

Visit the Calumet County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified birth certificate with raised seal (alien card or passport accepted if born outside us)
  • Valid photo id
  • Proof of current address
  • Social security number
  • Divorce judgment/annulment/death certificate if previously married
  • Officiant name/address/phone/email
  • Wedding date and location (town/village/city and county)
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $100 license fee

Accepted: Cash and Check

Wait 3 full days

The application day does not count toward the waiting period. For example, apply on Monday and your license is valid starting Friday. Calumet County offers a waiver for $25 at the clerk's discretion, which can reduce or eliminate the waiting period.

Have your ceremony

Your officiant performs the ceremony within 60 days of your license being issued. Two witnesses must be present to sign the marriage license.

Return the signed marriage license

Return the signed marriage license within 3 days after your ceremony. File it with the Register of Deeds (not the County Clerk) of any Wisconsin county. The document must be completed in unfading black ink.

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Next step: contact the clerk

Schedule your marriage license appointment. Both applicants must appear in person.

County Clerk
Beth Leary
Calumet County, Wisconsin
Address
206 Court Street
Chilton, WI 53014
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Appointment
Required. Call (920) 849-1458 to schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Calumet County?

A marriage license in Calumet County, Wisconsin costs $100. Payment is accepted via Cash and Check.

Can I get a marriage license the same day in Calumet County?

Yes, with a waiver. Wisconsin has a 3-day waiting period, but Calumet County offers a $25 waiver at the clerk's discretion that can eliminate the wait. Apply for the waiver when you submit your application.

Do both people need to be present to get a marriage license in Calumet County?

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Calumet County County Clerk's office at 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014.

What are the Calumet County Clerk's office hours?

The Calumet County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Appointments are required. call.

Can a non-U.S. citizen get a marriage license in Calumet County?

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Calumet County, Wisconsin. Wisconsin accepts alternative documents if your birth certificate is unobtainable, including passport, REAL ID, permanent resident card, or naturalization papers. All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator. You, your partner, and your relatives may not translate your own documents. No visa or residency status is required.