Get a Marriage License in Bernalillo County, NM
Fees for this service are set by state statute. Here's what to expect in Bernalillo County.
New Mexico marriage licenses are issued by the County Clerk for a flat $40statewide (NMSA 1978 § 40-1-11, raised from $25 by 2024's HB 242 — older sources may still say $25). There is no waiting period and no residency requirement, and — unusually — the license does not expire: once issued it is valid indefinitely, so take your time planning the ceremony. Both parties must appear in person with government-issued photo ID and provide Social Security numbers. The license can be used anywhere in New Mexico, and the officiant must return the completed license to the issuing county clerk within 90 days of the ceremony. Call (505) 468-1290 to confirm hours in Bernalillo County before you go.
Contact info sourced from official county records. Always call ahead to confirm hours and payment methods before visiting.