Courthouse Fully Booked? Get Married Today Is Your Backup Plan — and Your Best Option
Every day, couples across Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County face the same frustrating challenge:
The courthouse is fully booked — no appointments available for weeks.
Whether it’s due to seasonal demand, holidays, limited staffing, or a sudden wave of engaged couples, California courthouses often fill up fast, leaving couples stressed, disappointed, or scrambling for alternatives.
But now there’s a simple solution.
Get Married Today gives you the ability to legally marry same-day, without depending on the courthouse’s limited calendar. Couples no longer need to wait, reschedule, or jeopardize their wedding plans — because Get Married Today can issue your marriage license and legally marry you the same day you book.
Why Courthouse Alternatives Are in High Demand
Across Southern California, courthouse appointments often book out for:
- Valentine’s season
- Summer wedding season
- Winter holidays
- Three-day weekends
- Fridays (always the busiest marriage day)
- “Lucky date” wedding days (e.g., 11/11, 12/12, 2/24/24)
And especially in Los Angeles and Orange County, appointments can disappear in minutes.
That’s where Get Married Today steps in — offering legal, fast, and stress-free weddings at any time of the year.
Get Married Today Serves All of Southern California
Whether you’re planning a quiet elopement or urgently need to get legally married due to travel, military deployment, insurance, immigration, or personal reasons, Get Married Today offers full service in:
📍 Santa Barbara County
Perfect for coastal, scenic elopements without courthouse restrictions.
📍 Los Angeles County
Huge population = huge appointment delays. Skip the hassle entirely.
📍 San Diego County
Military couples especially benefit from same-day licensing and ceremonies.
📍 Orange County
Fast, efficient ceremonies with the option for beautiful beach or office settings.
Same-Day Marriage License + Same-Day Ceremony
Get Married Today streamlines the full process:
- Marriage License Issuance
No courthouse appointment required. - Legal Civil Ceremony
Performed by an authorized officiant. - Document Filing
The signed marriage license is properly filed with the county. - Certified Copy Assistance
Guidance provided after the county completes the registration.
Everything stays fully legal, fully compliant, and extraordinarily convenient — especially when the courthouse is overloaded.
30 FAQs
1. What if the courthouse is fully booked?
Get Married Today provides same-day licensing and ceremonies without relying on courthouse appointments.
2. Is this legal?
Yes. All services follow California marriage laws and are officially recognized.
3. Can we marry the same day?
Yes. Both the license and ceremony can be completed the same day.
4. Do we need to live in California?
No. Any couple can get legally married in California.
5. Can out-of-state or international couples use this service?
Yes. Visitors from anywhere may marry in California.
6. Do we need witnesses?
If you choose a confidential marriage license, no witnesses are required.
7. What areas do you serve?
Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County.
8. Can we get married at the beach?
Yes, beach ceremonies are available in most locations.
9. Do you offer private indoor ceremonies?
Yes. Many couples choose office or chapel-style settings.
10. Can we personalize our ceremony?
Yes. You may include vows, readings, or simple civil wording.
11. What ID do we need?
Both partners must present valid government identification.
12. How fast is the process?
Most couples complete everything in under an hour.
13. Do you file the marriage license?
Yes. Filing is handled promptly after the ceremony.
14. Can we request a certified copy later?
Yes. Step-by-step assistance is provided.
15. What if we missed our courthouse appointment?
Get Married Today can help immediately — no rescheduling required.
16. Do you work with military couples?
Yes. Many military couples rely on same-day services.
17. Can we get married before a big wedding later?
Yes. Many couples marry legally now and celebrate later.
18. Are bilingual ceremonies available?
Yes, upon request.
19. Can same-sex couples marry?
Yes. California legally marries all couples.
20. Can we bring guests?
Yes, depending on your chosen location.
21. Are ceremonies short or long?
Most are short and efficient unless you request personalization.
22. Do you handle marriage paperwork?
Yes. Full guidance is provided from start to finish.
23. Can we get married at home?
Yes. Mobile officiant options are available.
24. Can we marry at a hotel or park?
Yes. Many couples choose scenic public or private venues.
25. Do you serve last-minute emergencies?
Yes. Same-day and urgent weddings are supported.
26. Do we need an appointment?
You can book quickly and easily — far faster than a courthouse.
27. What if we need to marry for immigration reasons?
A legal marriage certificate is provided, and timing can be expedited.
28. Do you offer ceremonies on weekends or holidays?
Yes. Services are available year-round.
29. What if the courthouse has no availability for weeks?
Get Married Today offers immediate alternatives.
30. Can you marry us when every courthouse near us is full?
Yes. That is exactly what Get Married Today is designed for.