King County Marriage License: How to Get Married in Seattle
THE QUICK VERSION
JUST THE BASICS
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Apply for a Washington State marriage license (King County is most common for Seattle couples)
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Wait the required waiting period (3 days) - book your ceremony now!
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Get married within the license validity window (60 days)
When you get married at Shotgun Ceremonies, just bring your license to your ceremony. We handle the ceremony and file your paperwork after!
Not sure where you are in the process? Book now and we’ll confirm what you need before you show up.
Step-by-step: King County marriage license process
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Apply for your marriage license
You can apply through King County (or any Washington State county). You’ll provide basic info and pay the license fee. Requirements can change, so always confirm the latest instructions on the official county site.
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Wait the required waiting period
Washington has a 3-day waiting period before the license becomes valid (and then it's valid for 60 days). Plan around it if you’re traveling or trying to lock in a specific date.
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Get married within the valid window
Once your license is valid, you can get married anywhere in Washington. Courthouse, park, home, or right here at Shotgun Ceremonies in Georgetown. Book now!
WHAT YOU BRING VS.
WHAT WE HANDLE
YOU BRING
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Your valid marriage license
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Your partner
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Guests (if any)
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Rings & vows (if you’re doing them)
WE HANDLE
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A legal ceremony with a licensed officiant
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Witnesses if you need them
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Music and a smooth flow
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Photos (your phone or ours!)
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A space that feels like a wedding, not an appointment
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Paperwork signed after the ceremony
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Completed paperwork filed with the court
