Flagstaff Marriage Records

Flagstaff marriage records are kept by the Coconino County Clerk of Superior Court. The city does not issue marriage licenses on its own. You must go to the county courthouse at 200 N. San Francisco Street to apply for a license or get copies of past records. This is the main location for all marriage filings in northern Arizona. Flagstaff sits at over 7,000 feet in the pines and serves as the county seat. The clerk office handles thousands of license requests each year from locals and visitors alike. Staff can help you with new applications and searches for old marriage certificates.

Where Flagstaff Residents Get Marriage Licenses

People in Flagstaff apply for marriage licenses at the Coconino County Clerk of Superior Court. The office is in downtown Flagstaff at 200 N. San Francisco Street, just off Route 66. Both people must show up together to apply. You cannot send just one person or have someone else file for you.

The Flagstaff location is the only Coconino County office that accepts credit and debit cards. This makes it the most flexible spot for payment. You can also pay with cash, money orders, or cashier's checks. Other county locations in Page and Williams have more limits on what they take. Most Flagstaff residents find it easiest to just go to the main courthouse.

Walk-ins are welcome during business hours. You do not need an appointment. The office is open Monday through Friday. They close for state holidays. If you have questions before your visit, call the clerk at (928) 679-7600. Staff can tell you what to bring and answer basic questions about the process.

Flagstaff Marriage License Requirements

Getting a marriage license in Flagstaff follows Arizona state law. Under A.R.S. § 25-121, both parties must appear at the clerk office. You sign an affidavit under oath. This form asks for your name, age, and address. The clerk also needs your Social Security number, but this stays private. It is not part of the public marriage record.

Bring a valid photo ID. A driver's license works fine. A passport or state ID card also works. Military ID is accepted too. The clerk checks your ID to confirm who you are and verify your age. Even if you look older, expect them to ask for proof.

No blood test is needed in Arizona. There is no waiting period either. You can get your license and marry the same day if you want. The license stays good for 12 months after you get it. You can use it anywhere in Arizona during that time. It does not have to be used in Flagstaff or even in Coconino County.

The legal age to marry without consent is 18. Teens aged 16 or 17 can marry with a parent or guardian signing a consent form. The person they want to marry cannot be more than three years older. Under Arizona law passed in 2018, no one under 16 can marry at all.

Flagstaff Domestic Partnership Registration

Flagstaff offers something unique among Arizona cities. The city provides domestic partnership registration through its City Clerk's Office. This is not the same as a marriage license. It is a separate city program that gives couples a way to register their relationship with the local government.

The registration fee is $50. This goes to the City of Flagstaff, not the county. The City Clerk handles all domestic partnership filings. This option exists for couples who want legal recognition at the city level but may not want to or cannot get married through the state system. It can also serve as a step before marriage or as an alternative for some couples.

Keep in mind that domestic partnership is handled by the city. Marriage licenses are still handled by the county. If you want to get married, you need to visit the Coconino County Clerk at the courthouse. The city domestic partnership does not replace a marriage license. They are two different things with different legal effects.

Note: Flagstaff is the only city in Arizona that offers domestic partnership registration, making it a unique option for residents and visitors.

Coconino County Clerk Office in Flagstaff

The Coconino County Clerk of Superior Court sits in the county courthouse. The address is 200 N. San Francisco Street in downtown Flagstaff. This building is easy to find. It is just a few blocks from the historic downtown area and Route 66.

Contact the office before your visit if you have questions. The phone number is (928) 679-7600. You can also email them at cococlerk@courts.az.gov. Staff can confirm current fees, hours, and what forms of ID they accept. They are helpful with basic questions about the marriage license process.

The mailing address for written requests is the same: 200 N. San Francisco Street, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. Use this address when asking for certified copies of old marriage records by mail. Include a money order for the fee. Add the names and date of marriage you need. Processing takes a bit longer by mail than in person.

Flagstaff Marriage Record Fees

The marriage license fee in Flagstaff is $98. This is the standard rate for Coconino County. You pay this when you apply at the clerk window. The Flagstaff office accepts cash, money orders, cashier's checks, and credit or debit cards. This is the only county location that takes cards.

Certified copies of existing marriage records cost $30 each. The clerk calls this an Affidavit of Record of Marriage. It shows the names of both spouses, the marriage date, and when it was recorded. This works as proof of marriage for banks, government offices, and insurance companies. Most people need a certified copy when they change their name or update legal documents.

If you do not know the year of marriage, expect to pay more. The clerk charges a $35 research fee to search through records when you cannot give them a specific year. You can skip this fee by doing the search yourself. The public can look through marriage records at the Flagstaff office during business hours at no cost. You only pay if staff does the searching.

After Your Flagstaff Wedding

Once you get married, the officiant fills out the license. They sign it. Two adult witnesses sign as well. Under A.R.S. § 25-123, the officiant must return the signed license to the clerk within 30 days. Coconino County asks for it back within 10 days if possible.

The witnesses must be at least 18 years old. You need two of them. Friends or family members work fine. The witnesses do not need to be Arizona residents. They just need to be adults who saw the ceremony happen and can sign their names.

Getting the license back quickly helps you. The clerk records it as soon as it arrives. Then you can request certified copies right away. Many couples need copies fast for name changes, insurance updates, or other legal matters. If the officiant waits too long, you might face delays.

Who Can Perform Marriages in Flagstaff

Arizona law under A.R.S. § 25-124 says who can officiate a wedding. The rules apply in Flagstaff and across the state. Licensed or ordained clergy can marry couples. Judges from state courts can too. This includes Superior Court judges, Court of Appeals judges, and justices of the peace.

Arizona has a unique rule. Notaries public can perform weddings here. The notary must hold a current Arizona commission and live in the state. This gives couples more choices. A friend or family member who is a notary can marry you without having to become ordained online or find a judge.

Municipal court judges work too. So do federal judges like bankruptcy court judges and U.S. magistrate judges. With all these options, couples in Flagstaff can usually find someone to perform their ceremony without much trouble. The mountain town draws many weddings each year, and officiants are used to the process.

Search Flagstaff Marriage Records

Looking for old Flagstaff marriage records? Start at the Coconino County Clerk office on San Francisco Street. You can search in person at no charge. Just visit during office hours and ask for help finding the records. Bring the names of both spouses and an approximate date if you have it.

Mail requests work too. Send a letter to 200 N. San Francisco Street, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. Include the full names of both people and the date or year of marriage. Add a money order for $30 payable to the Clerk of Superior Court. If you do not know the year, include an extra $35 for the research fee.

Marriage records in Arizona are public under A.R.S. § 39-121. Anyone can request copies. You do not have to be one of the people named in the record. You do not need to give a reason for your search. Social Security numbers stay confidential, but most other details are available.

For very old records, the Arizona State Archives may help. They have historical marriage records going back to 1864. Coverage varies by county and time period. Contact the archives to ask about early Coconino County records if you need something from the territorial era.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Flagstaff is the only city over 50,000 in Coconino County. It sits in a mountain setting away from the big metro areas of the state. The nearest large cities are all in other counties. If you live closer to a county line, you might find it easier to get your license elsewhere. Arizona marriage licenses work statewide.

• Phoenix is south in Maricopa County. The metro has multiple clerk locations.
• Mesa is in the east valley of Maricopa County.
• Scottsdale is northeast of Phoenix in Maricopa County.
• Tempe sits between Phoenix and Mesa in Maricopa County.

Most people from the Flagstaff area stick with the local courthouse. It is right downtown and easy to reach. The staff knows the mountain town community and handles weddings year round. Destination weddings are common here with the forest and Grand Canyon nearby.