Where To Apply:

Office of Gloria Boyer                                   For Additional Information call:
Recorder of Deeds                                                      (816) 858-3326
415 Third Street
Suite 70
Platte City, MO 64079

How To Apply:

• Both parties must appear together at the Recorder’s Office to apply.
• You need to bring your driver’s license or other form of picture ID.

When To Apply:

• Applications are taken from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Monday through Friday except legal holidays.
• The license may be taken with you if the marriage ceremony is going to be performed within 30 days.
• The marriage license is valid for 30 days from date of issuance and may be used anywhere in the state of Missouri.

Fee:

• The license must be paid for in cash at the time of application.  The fee is $51.00 (exact change please).
• The Recorder’s Office cannot accept checks or credit cards for payment of these fees.
• NO REFUNDS

When To Pick Up The License:

• If you are not going to be married within 30 days from the application date the license must be picked up at a later date.
• Either the potential bride or groom may pick up the license.

What To Do With The License:

• You are responsible for delivering the license to the person who solemnizes your marriage.
• The officiator must complete the bottom portion of the license, have two witnesses sign, and return to the Recorder’s Office within 15 days after the wedding.
• The Recorder’s Office then provides the state with the marriage information, retains a copy for preservation and permanent record.
• The original marriage license is mailed to the couple at the address provided.
• A certified copy of the marriage license may be obtained for $10.00

Qualifications:

• Blood relatives, down to and including first cousins, may not be married under the laws of the State of Missouri.
• There is no distinction between residents and non-residents.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old to obtain a marriage license without parental consent.
• Applicants at least 15 years old may obtain a marriage license with the consent of their custodial parents at the time of application.
• Previously married applicants must provide the date their last marriage ended and should wait at least 30 days after divorce before applying for a marriage license.