How to Get Married in Waupaca County, Wisconsin

To get married in Waupaca 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 811 Harding St. 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.

Visit the clerk's office

No appointment is required. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm (applications until 3:45pm).

Visit the Waupaca County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 811 Harding St, Waupaca, WI 54981.

Note: Must know officiant name/address/phone before applying; must know wedding date before applying.

Pay the $100 license fee

Accepted: Cash and Local_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. Waupaca 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
Kristy K. Opperman
Waupaca County, Wisconsin
Address
811 Harding St
Waupaca, WI 54981
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Office Hours
Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm (applications until 3:45pm)
Appointment
Not required. Walk-ins welcome.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Waupaca County?

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

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

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Waupaca County County Clerk's office at 811 Harding St, Waupaca, WI 54981. Note: Must know officiant name/address/phone before applying; Must know wedding date before applying.

What are the Waupaca County Clerk's office hours?

The Waupaca County County Clerk's office is open Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm (applications until 3:45pm). No appointment is required — walk-ins are welcome during office hours.

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

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