How to Get Married in Clark County, Wisconsin

To get married in Clark County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $75 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 517 Court Street, Room 301. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$75
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.

Visit the clerk's office

No appointment is required. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Saturdays and legal holidays; arrive before 4:00 PM for processing).

Visit the Clark County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 517 Court Street, Room 301, Neillsville, WI 54456.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified birth certificate with raised seal
  • Proof of current address
  • Divorce judgment/annulment/death certificate if previously married
  • Officiant name and ceremony location
  • Parents' middle names and mother's maiden name
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $75 license fee

Accepted: Cash

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. Clark County offers a waiver for $10 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
Christina M. Jensen
Clark County, Wisconsin
Address
517 Court Street, Room 301
Neillsville, WI 54456
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Saturdays and legal holidays; arrive before 4:00 PM for processing)
Appointment
Not required. Walk-ins welcome.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Clark County?

A marriage license in Clark County, Wisconsin costs $75. Payment is accepted via Cash.

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

Yes, with a waiver. Wisconsin has a 3-day waiting period, but Clark County offers a $10 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 Clark County?

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Clark County County Clerk's office at 517 Court Street, Room 301, Neillsville, WI 54456.

What are the Clark County Clerk's office hours?

The Clark County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Saturdays and legal holidays; arrive before 4:00 PM for processing). No appointment is required — walk-ins are welcome during office hours.

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

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Clark 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.