How to Get Married in Green Lake County, Wisconsin

To get married in Green Lake County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $75 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 571 County Road A. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$75
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

Green Lake County requires an appointment. Call (920) 294-4005 to schedule.

Visit the Green Lake County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 571 County Road A, Green Lake, WI 54941.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified copy of birth certificate from register of deeds or state registrar (no baptismal or hospital certificates)
  • Proof of current address (driver's license/state id, utility bill, checkbook, lease, or insurance papers)
  • Social security number
  • Signed divorce judgment or annulment (signed by judge or court commissioner) or certified death certificate if previously married
  • Education level (highest grade completed)
  • Name, address, and phone number of officiant
  • Place of ceremony (city/village/township and county)
  • Date of marriage
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $75 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit

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. Green Lake 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
Elizabeth Otto
Green Lake County, Wisconsin
Address
571 County Road A
Green Lake, WI 54941
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (allow 20–30 minutes))
Appointment
Required. Call (920) 294-4005 to schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Green Lake County?

A marriage license in Green Lake County, Wisconsin costs $75. Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit.

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

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Green Lake County County Clerk's office at 571 County Road A, Green Lake, WI 54941.

What are the Green Lake County Clerk's office hours?

The Green Lake County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (allow 20–30 minutes)). Appointments are required. call.

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

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Green Lake 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.