How to Get Married in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin

To get married in Ozaukee 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 121 W. Main St., Room 128. 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

Ozaukee County requires an appointment. Call (262) 284-8110 or use online scheduling link at ozaukeecounty.gov/163/Marriages.

Visit the Ozaukee County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 121 W. Main St., Room 128, Port Washington, WI 53074.

Bring these documents:

  • Valid photo id
  • Proof of residency if not on id
  • State certified birth certificate with raised seal
  • Ssn
  • Divorce/death cert if previously married
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Note: Wedding date scheduled; ceremony location (county + township/village/city); officiant name/address/phone/email.

Pay the $100 license fee

Accepted: Cash

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. Ozaukee 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
Kellie Kretlow
Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
Address
121 W. Main St., Room 128
Port Washington, WI 53074
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Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Mon–Fri 8:15 AM – 3:45 PM)
Appointment
Required. Call (262) 284-8110 or use online scheduling link at ozaukeecounty.gov/163/Marriages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Ozaukee County?

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

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

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Ozaukee County County Clerk's office at 121 W. Main St., Room 128, Port Washington, WI 53074. Note: wedding date scheduled; ceremony location (county + township/village/city); officiant name/address/phone/email.

What are the Ozaukee County Clerk's office hours?

The Ozaukee County County Clerk's office is open Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Mon–Fri 8:15 AM – 3:45 PM). Appointments are required. Call (262) 284-8110 or use online scheduling link at ozaukeecounty.gov/163/Marriages.

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

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