Coos County Marriage License Search

Coos County handles marriage license services at the County Clerk office in the Coos County Courthouse in Coquille, Oregon. The clerk issues new marriage licenses and stores completed records for public access. Coos County also offers an online marriage application to help couples get started before their visit. The office has specific hours and accepts cash only for the license fee. If you need to apply for a marriage license or search for a past marriage record in Coos County, the clerk office at 250 N. Baxter in Coquille is where to go. Reach them at 541-396-7600.

Coos County Clerk Office

The Coos County Clerk handles all marriage license work from the courthouse in Coquille. The address is 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, OR 97423. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 11:30am and 1pm to 3:30pm. The office closes for lunch. Plan your visit with these hours in mind.

The phone number for the Coos County Clerk is 541-396-7600. You can also email recording@co.coos.or.us. Staff can answer questions about marriage license applications, fees, and record requests for Coos County. They are helpful and used to working with couples from all over.

Visit the Coos County Clerk page for the latest office info and forms.

This screenshot shows the Coos County Clerk page with links to marriage license forms and recording services.

Coos County Marriage License Fee

A marriage license in Coos County costs $60. Cash only. The clerk does not accept checks, credit cards, or money orders. This is a strict rule with no exceptions. Bring exact change or bills to the Coos County Courthouse. The fee waiver costs $25 for those who qualify.

Make sure you have cash before you drive to Coquille. There is no ATM inside the courthouse. Plan ahead so your visit to the Coos County Clerk goes smoothly. If you forget cash, you will have to come back another day.

Note: The $60 cash-only rule applies to all marriage license transactions at the Coos County Clerk office.

Coos County Online Marriage Application

Coos County offers an online marriage application to speed up the process. You can fill it out from home before your office visit. Go to the Coos County online marriage application to get started. The form asks for names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and info about any prior marriages.

The image above shows the online marriage application portal for Coos County. Fill this out before your visit to save time at the clerk office.

Once you submit the form, the Coos County Clerk reviews it. Applications are kept on file for 90 days. If you do not come in within that window, the application expires. Call the office to set up your appointment after you submit the form. Both people must still appear in person at the Coos County Courthouse with valid photo ID.

Coos County Marriage License Requirements

Both parties must be at least 18 years old to get a marriage license in Coos County. Under ORS 106.010, this is the minimum age in Oregon. Those who are 17 may apply with parental consent and an added $25 fee in Coos County. Valid photo ID is required for both people. A driver license, passport, or state ID card all work.

You also need your Social Security number. If you were married before, bring proof that the marriage ended. This can be a divorce decree or a death certificate. The Coos County Clerk checks all documents under ORS 106.041 before they issue a marriage license.

Here is what to bring to the Coos County Clerk office:

• Valid photo ID for both parties
• Social Security numbers
• $60 in cash
• Proof of prior marriage dissolution if applicable
• Parental consent form if either party is 17

Waiting Period and License Validity

After the Coos County Clerk issues your marriage license, a three-day waiting period starts. This is required by ORS 106.077. You cannot use the license during those three days. Once the wait is over, the license is active for 60 days.

Hold your ceremony within that 60-day window. If you miss it, the license expires. You would need to apply again and pay the $60 fee once more at the Coos County Clerk office. A court can waive the three-day wait if there is a good reason, but this is rare. Plan your timeline so the ceremony falls well inside the 60-day span.

A Coos County marriage license works anywhere in Oregon. Under ORS 106.150, you can hold your ceremony in any county. So even if you get your license in Coos County, the wedding can take place at a beach in Lincoln County or a vineyard in Yamhill County.

After the Ceremony in Coos County

Your officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. They must return the signed license to the Coos County Clerk within 10 days per ORS 106.120. Once filed, the marriage is part of the official record in Coos County.

Coos County mails a certified copy of the marriage certificate to you after the ceremony is recorded. This is done at no extra charge. Many Oregon counties do not do this, so it is a nice perk in Coos County. If you need more certified copies later, you can order them for $7.75 each from the Coos County Clerk.

Note: Make sure your officiant knows they must return the signed license within 10 days to the Coos County Clerk.

Coos County Official Resources

The main Coos County website has links to every department. Visit the Coos County official site for general county information. From there you can navigate to the clerk office and find details about marriage license services in Coos County.

This image shows the Coos County main page. It provides access to all county services and departments, including the clerk that handles marriage records.

Oregon Marriage Records

The Oregon Health Authority holds marriage records from all Oregon counties. This includes Coos County records. If you cannot visit the clerk office in Coquille, you can request certified copies from the state. Visit the Oregon Vital Records page for instructions on ordering by mail or in person.

You can also use VitalChek to order Coos County marriage certificates online. There is an extra processing fee for the service. The ACLU Oregon guide offers a clear overview of how to get a marriage license in any Oregon county, including Coos County. Oregon's full marriage law is in ORS Chapter 106.