How Can You Become Legally Married in California on the Same Day Without Going to the Courthouse?
Imagine this: It’s Saturday morning, and you and your partner wake up ready to begin your next chapter together. You want to get legally married today—without waiting, without stress, and without going to the courthouse. Is it possible? Yes. In fact, it’s not only possible—it’s easier than ever.
At Get Married Today, we help couples become legally married anywhere in California—on weekends, holidays, evenings, and even late at night. You don’t have to wait for a county clerk appointment. You don’t need to stand in line. And you don’t have to deal with confusing government paperwork or delays.
Whether you’re tying the knot in a backyard, at the beach, at your home, in a hospital room, or right after clocking out from work, we’re here to make your marriage legal and official—on your terms and on your schedule.
Table of Contents
- Can You Get Married Without Going to the Courthouse?
- Same-Day Legal Marriage: What Does That Mean?
- What You Need to Get Legally Married in California
- Why Couples Choose to Skip the Courthouse
- How We Legally Marry You Without the Courthouse
- Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays: We’re Open 24/7
- Step-by-Step Guide to Same-Day Marriage Without the Courthouse
- Locations Where We Offer Same-Day Legal Marriages
- Popular Reasons Couples Choose Same-Day Marriage
- Can I Get a Marriage License and Get Married Today?
- We Bring the Legal Process to You
- FAQs About Same-Day Marriage Without Courthouse Visits
- Backed by Experience, Certified for Peace of Mind
- Book Your Same-Day Wedding Now
- 50 Helpful Resources for Same-Day Legal Marriage in California
1. Can You Get Married Without Going to the Courthouse?
Yes. In California, you do not need to go to a courthouse to get legally married. California law allows authorized notaries and licensed officiants to issue your marriage license and perform the ceremony—legally and instantly.
Get Married Today is licensed to:
- Issue California marriage licenses
- Perform legal marriage ceremonies
- File your license with the county registrar/recorder
You can do it at your home, at a park, or anywhere else you prefer.
2. Same-Day Legal Marriage: What Does That Mean?
“Same-day” means exactly what it sounds like:
- You contact us.
- We meet you that same day.
- We issue your marriage license.
- We perform your legal wedding ceremony.
- We sign your documents and submit them for registration.
- You’re legally married by the end of the day.
No waiting. No government offices. No red tape.
3. What You Need to Get Legally Married in California
Here’s what you’ll need for a same-day marriage:
- Valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, green card, etc.)
- Both parties must be present
- No blood test or waiting period
- No witnesses required (if using a confidential license)
- You must be 18+ or have court approval if under 18
- Not currently married to someone else
4. Why Couples Choose to Skip the Courthouse
Courthouses are often booked weeks (or months) in advance. They’re closed on weekends, holidays, and after 5 p.m.
Couples come to Get Married Today because:
- They want to marry this weekend
- They need to marry after work hours
- They can’t wait for a government appointment
- They want a private, mobile experience
- They want their marriage to be legal now
5. How We Legally Marry You Without the Courthouse
We are a licensed provider of marriage licenses and officiant services. This means:
- We can issue your legal license on the spot
- We can officiate your marriage legally
- We handle the filing and registration of your license
- We offer notary services for any additional documents
- We can apostille your marriage certificate for use outside the U.S.
6. Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays: We’re Open 24/7
Planning to elope after work? On a Sunday? At 10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve? We’re available.
We’re open 24 hours, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Some of the most popular times couples marry with us:
- Friday night after work
- Saturday morning sunrise ceremony
- Valentine’s Day evening
- Holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July, etc.)
- Spontaneous Sunday weddings
7. Step-by-Step Guide to Same-Day Marriage Without the Courthouse
Here’s how to get legally married today:
Step 1: Contact Us
Visit https://getmarried.today and select Book Now or call/text us 24/7.
Step 2: Choose Time + Place
You tell us where and when—we come to you.
Step 3: Bring Valid ID
You and your partner must both present valid ID.
Step 4: We Issue the License
We fill out your license, verify your identity, and prepare for the ceremony.
Step 5: Legal Ceremony
We perform a brief civil ceremony (or your custom vows).
Step 6: Sign + File
We sign your license and file it with the county.
Step 7: You’re Married!
You’ll receive certified copies of your record by mail.
8. Locations Where We Offer Same-Day Legal Marriages
We serve couples throughout Southern California including:
- Los Angeles County
- Orange County
- Riverside County
- San Bernardino County
- San Diego County
Popular wedding locations include:
- Your Home
- A Local Park
- The Beach
- Hotel Room
- Hospital Room
- Airbnb/Vacation Rental
- Downtown Rooftops
- Chapel Locations in Irvine, Anaheim, and San Juan Capistrano
9. Popular Reasons Couples Choose Same-Day Marriage
- Military benefits – Start receiving BAH & spouse ID faster
- Immigration – Establish marriage for visa or adjustment of status
- Healthcare – Add spouse to your insurance or hospital rights
- Pregnancy – Marry before delivery for records and naming
- Travel – Get married before moving or flying abroad
- Tax Filing – File jointly for major savings
- Avoid courthouse waitlists – Save weeks or months of delay
- It’s romantic – Just the two of you, in the moment, stress-free
10. Can I Get a Marriage License and Get Married Today?
Yes. That’s exactly what we provide.
You do not need to visit the county clerk.
We are authorized deputies of the county who can issue your California marriage license on-site and on the same day.
You’ll walk away married—with legal paperwork complete.
11. We Bring the Legal Process to You
We specialize in mobile legal marriage services.
Wherever you are—home, hotel, Airbnb, beach, restaurant—we come to you.
No courthouse lines. No county clerk hassles. No need to drive anywhere.
We make it easy to get married anywhere in California.
12. FAQs About Same-Day Marriage Without Courthouse Visits
Can you issue a marriage license without us going to the county?
Yes. We are authorized to issue California marriage licenses on behalf of the county.
Is the marriage legal and official?
Yes. Your marriage is legally binding and filed with the county registrar.
Can you really marry us at night or on the weekend?
Absolutely. We are open 24/7 and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What if I only have a passport?
That works! A passport or other valid government-issued photo ID is acceptable.
Can you marry us today?
Yes. Same-day appointments are always available—call us now.
13. Backed by Experience, Certified for Peace of Mind
We’ve helped thousands of couples get married across California.
We are:
- Registered and licensed by the State of California
- Background-checked
- Insured and certified
- Apostille and notary experts
- Immigration-compliant
We’ve helped:
- Military families
- International couples
- LGBTQ+ couples
- Pregnant brides
- People in a hurry
- Couples renewing vows legally
14. Book Your Same-Day Wedding Now
Ready to get legally married today without going to the courthouse?
Visit https://getmarried.today to book your appointment online.
Or text/call us at any time. We respond within minutes.
We’ll bring your marriage license, officiate your ceremony, and file your documents—all in one visit.
15. 50 Helpful Resources for Same-Day Legal Marriage in California
- Get Married Today – Official Website
- California Department of Public Health – Marriage License Info
- LA County Marriage License Info
- Orange County Clerk-Recorder
- California Confidential Marriage License Info
- USCIS Marriage and Immigration
- California Secretary of State – Apostille
- IRS: Tax Benefits of Marriage
- Tricare Marriage Benefits
- Military BAH for Married Couples
- National Marriage Week
- Visit California – Romantic Getaways
- U.S. Department of State – Legal Marriage Abroad
- NOLO – California Marriage Laws
- U.S. Embassy – Marriage Documentation
- Hoag Hospital – Visitor Policies for Marriages
- UC Irvine Medical Center – Same-Day Weddings
- Sharp Memorial San Diego
- Riverside County Marriage Services
- San Bernardino Marriage License
- City of Irvine Marriage Chapels
- Anaheim Marriage License Support
- San Juan Capistrano Wedding Spots
- Griffith Park Wedding Spots
- Laguna Beach Elopement Locations
- Huntington Beach Elopements
- Malibu Beach Weddings
- Joshua Tree Wedding Permits
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
- Cabrillo National Monument Weddings
- Notary Public Info – California
- Apostille Help – Hague Convention
- Marriage Certificate Certified Copies – CA
- SSA – Name Change After Marriage
- DMV Name Change Guide
- County Clerk Recorder Certified Copy Requests
- U.S. Citizen Marriage Abroad FAQ
- Confidential Marriage License Benefits
- Benefits.gov – Spouse Services
- Medicaid and Marriage
- Covered California – Marriage Enrollment
- Veterans Affairs – Marriage Documentation
- U.S. Passport Name Change After Marriage
- Military Spouse ID Card Eligibility
- Crisis Marriage Services California
- Elopement Guide – California
- Emergency Wedding Services California
- Los Angeles County Mobile Marriages
- Orange County Chapel Weddings
- California Marriage Law Full Text – Family Code
Final Thoughts
You don’t need to wait for the courthouse to get married.
You don’t need to delay your life, your love, or your legal benefits.
Get Married Today makes it possible to become legally married in California—on your schedule, wherever you are, and without ever stepping foot in a government office.
Whether it’s the weekend, a weeknight, or a holiday, we’re here for you.
Book your appointment now at https://getmarried.today and say “I do” — today.