How to Get Married in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin

To get married in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $105 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 721 Oxford Ave, Suite 1310. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$105
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

Eau Claire County requires an appointment. call or walk in.

Visit the Eau Claire County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 721 Oxford Ave, Suite 1310, Eau Claire, WI 54703.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified birth record from county or state with raised seal or colored background (no hospital certificates, photocopies, fax, or notifications; passport accepted if born outside us)
  • Photo id (driver's license, state id, passport, alien card, or school id)
  • Proof of current address for last 30 days (driver's license, id, lease, bank statement, or bill)
  • Social security number (card not required)
  • Divorce decree, certified divorce record, annulment, or death certificate if previously married
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $105 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit

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. Eau Claire 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
Sue McDonald
Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Address
721 Oxford Ave, Suite 1310
Eau Claire, WI 54703
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (excluding holidays) (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Appointment
Required. call or walk in.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Eau Claire County?

A marriage license in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin costs $105. Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit.

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

Yes, with a waiver. Wisconsin has a 3-day waiting period, but Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire County?

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Eau Claire County County Clerk's office at 721 Oxford Ave, Suite 1310, Eau Claire, WI 54703.

What are the Eau Claire County Clerk's office hours?

The Eau Claire County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (excluding holidays) (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Appointments are required. call or walk in.

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

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Eau Claire 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.