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For more detailed information , click here to go to their official Chelan County government website.

Public Office Hours for Chelan County:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Counter closed to the public: 8:30 to 9:00 AM
Phone: Main Office: (509) 667-6380

Address: 350 Orondo, 5th Level, Wenatchee, WA 98801

Requirements

Both applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older and picture identification is required showing birth date.
If an applicants is 17 years of age they must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian that will sign a consent form.
If an applicants is under the age of 17 they must obtain permission from the Juvenile Court.
There is no residency requirement.
Same sex marriages are not recognized in the State of Washington.
If divorced, proof of divorce is not required but divorce must be final.
Application must be made a minimum of three days prior to marriage as there is a three day waiting period and no exceptions can be made.
License is valid for 60 days inside the State of Washington only

Fees

Payable at the time of application in cash or check
Non-refundable

Public Disclosure

All marriage records are a matter of public record
Once a marriage has been recorded it cannot be unrecorded
All marriage licenses issued in Chelan County are printed in the local newspaper

Copies

Photocopies of Marriage Certificates and Applications are available for a small fee.
Certified copies are also available for a fee.