How to Get Married in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin

To get married in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $90 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 508 New York Avenue, Room 129. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$90
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

Sheboygan County requires an appointment. Call (920) 459-3003.

Visit the Sheboygan County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 508 New York Avenue, Room 129, Sheboygan, WI 53081.

Bring these documents:

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

Note: Wedding date; ceremony location (municipality); officiant name/address/phone; 2 adult witness names.

Pay the $90 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, Credit Card, and Debit Card. Cash/check preferred. Cards processed at separate office with transaction fee.

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. Sheboygan 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
Jon Dolson
Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Address
508 New York Avenue, Room 129
Sheboygan, WI 53081
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Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (appointment only))
Appointment
Required. Call (920) 459-3003.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Sheboygan County?

A marriage license in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin costs $90. Cash/check preferred. Cards processed at separate office with transaction fee.

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

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Sheboygan County County Clerk's office at 508 New York Avenue, Room 129, Sheboygan, WI 53081. Note: wedding date; ceremony location (municipality); officiant name/address/phone; 2 adult witness names.

What are the Sheboygan County Clerk's office hours?

The Sheboygan County County Clerk's office is open Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (appointment only)). Appointments are required. Call (920) 459-3003.

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

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