How to Officiate a Wedding in Salt Lake County, Utah

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Salt Lake County follows Utah state marriage law — no waiting period, no registration required, and your FSM ordination is all you need to officiate. This page covers the local details: where to get the marriage license, what it costs, and what to know about doing it here.

Getting the Marriage License

The couple needs to get their marriage license before the wedding. Here’s where to go in Salt Lake County:

Salt Lake County Clerk
2001 South State Street , Ste S2
(385) 468-7300 · www.saltlakecounty.gov

Fee $30
Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

These details come from Utah state law — see the full Utah wedding guide for more.

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period None
License valid for Check with clerk
Witnesses needed 2 witnesses required — all sources agree
Return deadline Within 30 days
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