How to Get Married in Douglas County, Wisconsin

To get married in Douglas 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 1313 Belknap St., Room 101. 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.

Schedule an appointment

Douglas County requires an appointment. call_or_online.

Visit the Douglas County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 1313 Belknap St., Room 101, Superior, WI 54880.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified state-issued birth record (no hospital records or photocopies)
  • Non-expired proof of identity (driver's license or state id)
  • Proof of residency (driver's license or mail with current address)
  • Social security number
  • Certified documentation of how last marriage ended if previously married (divorce judgment, death record, etc.)
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $100 license fee

Accepted: Cash and 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. Douglas 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
Kaci Lundgren
Douglas County, Wisconsin
Address
1313 Belknap St., Room 101
Superior, WI 54880
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Appointment
Required. call_or_online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Douglas County?

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

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

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Douglas County County Clerk's office at 1313 Belknap St., Room 101, Superior, WI 54880.

What are the Douglas County Clerk's office hours?

The Douglas County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Appointments are required. call_or_online.

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

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