Courthouse Fully Booked for the Rest of the Year? Get Married Today Can Legally Marry You

In many parts of California — especially Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County — the courthouse and county clerk offices experience extreme scheduling demand. Couples often discover that:

  • Appointments are gone for months
  • Ceremony slots are unavailable until next year
  • Marriage license appointments are fully booked
  • Holiday and seasonal closures limit access even further

When the courthouse is fully scheduled, couples can feel stuck and stressed — especially when they need to get legally married urgently for travel, employment, health benefits, deployment, immigration timelines, or personal milestones.

But there’s a solution.

Get Married Today legally marries couples same-day by issuing the marriage license and performing the ceremony — even when the courthouse cannot assist for the remainder of the year.


Why Couples Choose Get Married Today When the Courthouse Is Booked

Thousands of couples throughout Southern California depend on Get Married Today because:

1. Same-Day Marriage License Issuance

Skip the long waits and closed appointment calendars.

2. Legal Marriage Ceremony

Performed by a legally authorized officiant or marriage commissioner.

3. Fast Document Filing with the County

Your marriage is processed and recognized without delay.

4. No Need for Courthouse or County Clerk Availability

Your entire marriage process is completed privately and professionally.

5. Ideal for Time-Sensitive Situations

Perfect for couples who cannot wait months for an appointment.


Serving All of Southern California When the Courthouse Can’t

Get Married Today is the go-to legal marriage alternative for couples in:

📍 Santa Barbara County

Popular for beach weddings, nature views, and courthouse shortages.

📍 Los Angeles County

One of the busiest counties in California — appointments disappear fast.

📍 San Diego County

Military families especially benefit from same-day marriage options.

📍 Orange County

Offers beautiful coastal and indoor ceremony options.

Whether your local courthouse is fully booked, understaffed, or scheduling months out, Get Married Today provides the legal wedding solution you need.


Simple, Fast, and Fully Legal Marriage Process

With Get Married Today, your entire marriage workflow is handled:

  1. Marriage license issuance
  2. Legal ceremony performed
  3. License signed and completed
  4. Filing with the county clerk
  5. Guidance for requesting certified copies

Everything is legal, recognized, and completed — without relying on courthouse availability.


30 FAQs

1. What if the courthouse is fully booked for the year?

Get Married Today can legally marry you without needing any courthouse appointment.

2. Is this legally recognized?

Yes. The marriage is fully valid in California and beyond.

3. Can you issue the marriage license?

Yes. Marriage license issuance is available without courthouse involvement.

4. Can you perform the ceremony the same day?

Absolutely. Same-day ceremonies are available seven days a week.

5. What counties do you serve?

Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County.

6. Do we need witnesses?

Confidential marriage licenses do not require witnesses.

7. Do you file the marriage license?

Yes. Filing is completed promptly with the appropriate county.

8. Can we bring our own vows?

Yes. Couples may personalize their ceremony.

9. Can we have a private ceremony?

Yes. Private indoor or outdoor ceremonies are available.

10. Can we choose our ceremony location?

Yes. Beach, office, park, home, or hotel ceremonies are all options.

11. Can we get married on weekends or holidays?

Yes. Availability often exceeds that of the courthouse.

12. Do you marry international couples?

Yes. No residency or citizenship requirement exists.

13. Do you support military couples?

Yes. Many military couples rely on same-day services.

14. Can you help if we missed a courthouse appointment?

Yes. You can get married immediately with Get Married Today.

15. What ID do we need?

Valid government-issued identification for both partners.

16. Is a ceremony required?

Yes, but it can be simple and brief if preferred.

17. Can we bring guests?

Yes, depending on the location you choose.

18. Are bilingual ceremonies available?

Yes, bilingual options may be available.

19. Do you handle all legal paperwork?

Yes. The entire marriage process is completed for you.

20. What if we already have a marriage license?

Get Married Today can perform the ceremony and sign it.

21. How long does the process take?

Most weddings are completed in less than an hour.

22. Can we get married outdoors?

Yes. Beaches, courtyards, parks, and scenic locations are popular.

23. Do you offer confidential marriage licenses?

Yes. Confidential licenses are private and do not require witnesses.

24. Can we legally marry before our formal wedding?

Yes. Many couples legally marry first and celebrate later.

25. Is this a good option for immigration timelines?

Yes. Time-sensitive cases benefit from fast legal marriage.

26. Can out-of-state couples marry in California?

Yes. Anyone can legally marry in California.

27. Can you marry us on short notice?

Yes. Same-day and urgent ceremonies are available.

28. What if our courthouse has no appointments until next year?

You can still get legally married immediately with us.

29. Is the marriage certificate valid everywhere?

Yes. It is a legally recognized U.S. marriage certificate.

30. Do you serve couples year-round?

Yes. Services are available all year, even when the courthouse isn’t.