Redmond Marriage License
Redmond is part of King County, so residents who need a marriage license must apply through King County Records and Licensing Services in Seattle. The City of Redmond does not issue marriage licenses at city hall. This page covers where to go, what to bring, how much it costs, and how to search for Redmond and King County marriage license records once they are on file. Whether you are planning a wedding or searching existing records, the steps are straightforward once you know which office handles it.
Redmond Quick Facts
Getting a Marriage License in Redmond
Redmond sits inside King County, and all marriage licenses for the area are issued through the King County Records and Licensing Services office. The Redmond City Clerk handles city records and municipal matters but does not take part in the marriage license process at all. You will need to go to Seattle to apply. The county office is the only place to get this done.
Both people getting married must show up in person at the King County office. Washington law under RCW 26.04.160 makes joint in-person appearance a requirement for most applicants. There is one limited exception: if one person has already signed the application in front of a notary, the other party may finish the process on their own. Check with the office in advance if that situation applies to you. The county offers a pre-application form online at King County Records and Licensing Services that lets you enter your information before arriving, which can cut down your time at the counter.
The Redmond City Clerk is reachable at (425) 556-2100. That office will send you to King County for anything related to marriage licenses. The city's website at redmond.gov covers local city services but does not manage the license application process.
| Issuing Office | King County Records and Licensing Services |
|---|---|
| Physical Address | 201 S Jackson St Seattle, WA 98104 |
| Mailing Address | 500 4th Ave, Rm 311 Seattle, WA 98104 |
| Phone | (206) 477-6620 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | kingcounty.gov/en/dept/records-licensing |
Marriage License Requirements
Washington State sets the rules for marriage licenses through RCW Chapter 26.04, and King County follows these statewide requirements. Redmond residents are subject to the same rules as anyone else applying in King County. The process is not complicated as long as you come prepared.
Each applicant must be at least 18 years old and present a valid government-issued photo ID. A driver's license, state ID card, passport, or military ID all work. You do not need to be a Washington resident. Couples from other states or countries can apply for a King County license as long as the ceremony takes place in Washington. You will need to provide your Social Security number during the application. If you don't have one, a signed exemption form is available. The clerk will also ask for your parents' full legal names, your mother's maiden name, and both parents' birthplaces. No blood test is required.
If either applicant was previously married, you will need to know the date that marriage ended and how it ended, whether by divorce, annulment, or the death of a spouse. The application form asks this directly. Having this information on hand before you arrive saves time. King County recommends using their online pre-application to enter all of this data before your visit, so you are not filling it in from scratch at the counter.
The City of Redmond's website provides local government services for residents. Marriage license applications for Redmond residents are processed through the King County Records and Licensing Services office in Seattle.
Fees and Waiting Period
King County charges $169 for a marriage license as of July 2025. That fee increased from $69 after House Bill 1498 created the Domestic Violence Co-Responder Grant Program and added a surcharge to county license fees. The fee is paid at the time of application and is non-refundable. Contact the office to confirm which payment methods they accept before your visit.
Once you have the license in hand, a mandatory three-day waiting period begins. Washington law under RCW 26.04.180 sets this waiting period, and it cannot be waived or shortened. Plan your application date so the three days are up before your ceremony. The license stays valid for 60 days after it is issued. If you do not hold the ceremony within that window, the license expires and you would have to start over with a new application.
After the ceremony, the officiant fills out the license and returns it to King County to be recorded. Once recorded, the document becomes the official marriage certificate on file. Certified copies of the certificate carry a fee of $3 each. You can order them at the county office or through the online records portal.
Note: Confirm the current fee directly with King County before your visit, as legislative changes can affect rates.
Searching Marriage License Records
Marriage records for Redmond residents become part of King County's official record system once they are filed. The King County Records and Licensing Services office holds these records and can provide certified copies upon request. Certified copies are needed for legal name changes, updating a Social Security card, passport applications, and similar purposes. Call the office at (206) 477-6620 to ask about current fees and how long copy requests take to process.
For older records, the Washington State Digital Archives is the best starting point. The archive is free to search at digitalarchives.wa.gov and includes King County marriage records going back to the 1800s. Genealogists and family researchers use this resource regularly. It holds scanned copies of historical documents from county offices across the state and is maintained by the Washington State Archives.
The Washington State Department of Health keeps statewide vital records, including marriage documents filed since 1968. You can order certified copies through the DOH vital records office. If you would rather order online, VitalChek handles third-party ordering for state and county records and can help you get official copies without going to a government office in person.
King County Marriage License
Redmond is in King County. The county page has full details on hours, required documents, the pre-application process, and everything else you need to apply for a marriage license as a Redmond resident.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Redmond. Marriage license rules vary by county for each location.