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If you’ve ever wondered, “Can I really get married today in California?” — the answer is a resounding YES. At Get Married Today, we specialize in helping couples become legally married the very same day — no courthouse visit, no waiting period, and no stress.

Whether you’re planning a spontaneous elopement, a private beach ceremony, or a last-minute legal wedding before deployment or travel, our team handles everything from the marriage license to the ceremony, notarization, and even apostille services if your marriage certificate needs to be recognized internationally.

1. Same-Day Legal Marriage in California: What Makes It Possible

California is one of the most marriage-friendly states in the U.S. Unlike many others, California law allows same-day marriage licenses to be issued and ceremonies to be performed without a waiting period.

As Authorized Deputy Marriage Commissioners, the team at Get Married Today can issue your official California marriage license on the spot — even outside of the county clerk’s office. That means you don’t have to wait for an appointment or deal with courthouse hours.

We work with couples every day who want to get legally married in one day, including:

  • Military couples needing proof of marriage before deployment.
  • International couples preparing documents for an apostille through Orange County Apostille.
  • Local couples who want a private elopement without the stress of courthouse paperwork.
  • Couples renewing vows or planning an intimate ceremony on the beach, park, or hotel terrace.

2. How We Make Same-Day Marriage Simple

Our process is designed to be one seamless legal service — start to finish — so you don’t have to visit multiple offices or agencies.

Step 1: Schedule Your Appointment

You can book instantly through GetMarried.Today. Choose your date, location, and whether you’d like a mobile officiant to come to your venue or visit one of our private chapels in Orange County or Los Angeles.

Step 2: We Issue Your Marriage License

We’re authorized by the County Clerk to issue both public and confidential marriage licenses on the same day. You’ll need valid photo ID — passports, driver’s licenses, or other government IDs are accepted.

For couples who prefer privacy, a Confidential Marriage License keeps your record sealed from public view. Learn more about notarized certification and marriage record requests at Your Local Notary Public.

Step 3: The Ceremony

Once the license is issued, we can perform your ceremony immediately.
Our officiants are certified, friendly, and experienced in all types of ceremonies — from simple legal declarations to romantic vow exchanges.

You can get married at:

  • Our private marriage office in Orange County
  • Beautiful coastal spots like Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, or Newport Beach
  • Historic chapels, private homes, or hotel suites

Step 4: We File Your Marriage License

After your ceremony, our team ensures your marriage license is properly filed with the County Clerk’s Office. You’ll receive your certified copy directly from the county — or, if you’d like, we can assist you with the certified copy request notarization through Your Local Notary Public.

3. International Couples: We Handle Apostilles and Translations Too

If your marriage certificate needs to be used outside the United States, you’ll need it apostilled or legalized for international validity.
Our partner agency, Orange County Apostille, handles this process for you.

We Take Care Of:

  • Apostille authentication for your marriage certificate
  • Translation into Spanish, Italian, French, Tagalog, or any other language
  • Notarization of supporting documents
  • Federal or embassy legalization for non-Hague countries (like the UAE, China, or Vietnam)

If you plan to register your U.S. marriage abroad — for example, in Mexico, the Philippines, Spain, or Italy — you can trust our certified team to manage the entire process from start to finish.

Visit Orange County Apostille to learn more about international marriage documentation.

4. Where You Can Get Married Today in California

With Get Married Today, you can get married anywhere in California — from the beaches of Malibu to the vineyards of Temecula.

Popular locations include:

  • Newport Beach Inspiration Point
  • Laguna Beach Heisler Park
  • Palos Verdes Cliffs
  • Santa Monica Pier
  • Anaheim private chapels
  • San Juan Capistrano Mission Gardens
  • San Diego’s Sunset Cliffs

Whether you want a small elopement or a legal union before your big wedding abroad, we’ll make it happen same day — legally and beautifully.

5. Legal Requirements to Get Married in California

To get married today, you only need:

  • Both parties present with valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or consular ID)
  • You must be 18 years or older (or have court approval if under 18)
  • Both must be unmarried and not closely related
  • No waiting period, blood test, or residency requirement

If either of you has been previously married, bring proof of divorce, annulment, or death certificate of your prior spouse.

Our notaries at Your Local Notary Public can also certify and translate those supporting documents for submission.

6. What Happens After You Get Married

Once you’re officially married, we handle the paperwork to ensure your marriage is legally recorded with the county.

You can then request a certified copy of your marriage certificate, which is often needed for:

  • Name changes (at DMV, SSA, or passport office)
  • Immigration or visa petitions
  • Military benefits and insurance
  • International apostille or legalization

If you plan to use your marriage certificate internationally, our team can seamlessly coordinate with Orange County Apostille to obtain the California Secretary of State apostille.

Need notarization or certified translations? Visit Your Local Notary Public for fast, accurate services.

7. Why Couples Choose “Get Married Today”

Couples across California — and from all over the world — trust Get Married Today because we make the legal process effortless and immediate.

Here’s why:

✅ Authorized Marriage License Issuers – We’re officially commissioned to issue marriage licenses anywhere in California.
✅ Private & Confidential Ceremonies – Perfect for couples who value privacy or discretion.
✅ Mobile Officiants – We come to you — beaches, hotels, hospitals, jails, or private homes.
✅ All-in-One Legal Service – License, ceremony, filing, notarization, and apostille.
✅ Multilingual Support – English, Spanish, Tagalog, Italian, and more.
✅ Fast Turnaround for International Documents – In partnership with Orange County Apostille.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get married without going to the courthouse?

Yes. With Get Married Today, we issue your license and perform your ceremony anywhere — no courthouse required.

Can we get married on weekends or holidays?

Absolutely. We offer same-day services 7 days a week, including holidays, evenings, and weekends.

Do you handle apostille or translation for foreign use?

Yes, through Orange County Apostille and Your Local Notary Public, we manage apostilles, notarization, and certified translations for international recognition.

Can you come to our location?

Yes! Our mobile officiants and notaries can meet you at hotels, beaches, hospitals, or any venue across California.

Is the marriage legal in all states and countries?

Yes. Your California marriage license and certificate are legally valid across the U.S. and internationally once apostilled for foreign use.

9. Marriage + Apostille = One Seamless Process

If you’re planning to use your marriage certificate abroad — for example, to register your marriage in Mexico, the Philippines, or Spain — our integrated service makes it simple.

Our workflow connects:

Everything is handled for you — legally, professionally, and on time.

10. Ready to Get Married Today?

If you’ve been wondering how to get married today in California, your answer is simple:
Get Married Today takes care of every legal and ceremonial step — all in one day.

From issuing your license to performing your ceremony, notarizing your documents, and apostilling your marriage certificate for international use, we make it all possible — smoothly and legally.

Start your same-day marriage journey now by visiting:

Visit Our Sites


https://getmarried.today
https://getmarried.today/same-day-marriage-license
https://getmarried.today/mobile-marriage-officiant
https://getmarried.today/elopement-services
https://getmarried.today/legal-marriage-services
https://getmarried.today/confidential-marriage
https://getmarried.today/book-now
https://getmarried.today/orange-county
https://getmarried.today/los-angeles
https://getmarried.today/san-diego


https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/notary-services
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/translation-services
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/mobile-notary
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/document-certification
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/certified-copies
https://yourlocalnotarypublic.com/same-day-notary


https://orangecountyapostille.org
https://orangecountyapostille.org/book-an-appointment
https://orangecountyapostille.org/apostille-services-for-marriage-certificates
https://orangecountyapostille.org/apostille-for-foreign-use
https://orangecountyapostille.org/translation-and-apostille
https://orangecountyapostille.org/apostille-for-mexico
https://orangecountyapostille.org/apostille-for-philippines
https://orangecountyapostille.org/apostille-for-spain