Getting Married in Las Vegas
The marriage license process at Clark County, the iconic chapels, the hotel wedding venues, the outdoor options, and what each tier actually costs. Updated for 2026.
Quick Answer
Apply in person at the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E Clark Ave (open 8am–midnight, 365 days a year), $102 license fee, no waiting period, no blood test. Bring photo ID and one witness over 18 (the chapel can provide a witness if needed). License is valid for one year and you can use it the same day at any licensed Nevada chapel.
The Marriage License Process
Vegas has the simplest marriage license process in America. Here's the step-by-step.
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Both parties go to the Marriage License Bureau
Clark County Marriage License Bureau, 201 E Clark Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101 (downtown, near the Regional Justice Center). Open 8am–midnight, every day of the year, including holidays.
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Bring photo ID and the fee
Government-issued photo ID for both applicants — driver's license, passport, military ID. The license fee is $102 (cash, credit, or debit). Both parties must be 18 or older.
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Disclose any prior marriages
If either party has been previously married, you'll need the date of the divorce or the deceased spouse's date of death. You do NOT need to bring the divorce decree itself — just the date.
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Get the license issued same-day
The license is issued on the spot. There is no waiting period, no blood test, and no Nevada residency requirement. The license is valid for one year from the date of issue.
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Have the ceremony at any licensed Nevada venue
Use the license at any Nevada wedding chapel, hotel wedding venue, or location with a Nevada-licensed officiant. You need at least one witness over 18 (the chapel will provide one if needed).
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Officiant returns the signed license
After the ceremony, the officiant returns the signed marriage license to the Clark County clerk for filing. You can request a certified copy of the marriage certificate by mail or in person for an additional fee.
Pro tip: Use the Clark County pre-application portal online before you arrive in Vegas. It pre-fills your information and dramatically speeds up the in-person step at the bureau — sometimes a 5-minute walk-in instead of a 45-minute wait.
Iconic Vegas Chapels
4 venues
A Little White Wedding Chapel
Where: 1301 Las Vegas Blvd S (downtown end of the Strip)
Known for
The Tunnel of Love drive-thru — one of the most photographed wedding venues in America
The Vegas wedding chapel — the one that built the brand. Open since 1951, this is where Britney Spears got famously and briefly married, where Frank Sinatra was a regular, and where the drive-thru Tunnel of Love is the iconic photo. Multiple chapels on the property accommodate different ceremony styles, and the Elvis package is the most-booked option.
Graceland Wedding Chapel
Where: 619 Las Vegas Blvd S (downtown)
Known for
Elvis-themed weddings — the original Elvis chapel since 1977
If your Vegas wedding requires Elvis, this is the original — Graceland Wedding Chapel has been doing Elvis-themed ceremonies since 1977 and is officially licensed by the Elvis Presley estate. Smaller and more intimate than A Little White Wedding Chapel, with a tighter focus on the Elvis package experience. Bon Jovi is among the long list of musicians who've been married here.
The Little Vegas Chapel
Where: 1717 S Las Vegas Blvd (downtown)
Known for
Modern boutique-chapel experience, multiple ceremony spaces
The newer player in the iconic-chapel category — opened in 2013 — and the most contemporary in design and execution. Multiple ceremony spaces from intimate to small-group, customizable packages, and a cleaner aesthetic than the older Vegas chapels. Strong operations and consistent reviews make it a good fit for couples who want the iconic Vegas wedding experience without the kitsch.
Chapel of the Flowers
Where: 1717 Las Vegas Blvd S (downtown)
Known for
Garden ceremonies, larger ceremony space, the "traditional Vegas wedding" option
Established in 1960, Chapel of the Flowers operates three ceremony spaces and a garden venue across one campus. The most traditional of the iconic chapels — closer to a small American chapel ceremony than a kitschy Vegas one. Online streaming for guests who can't attend is included in the standard package, and the garden gazebo is a popular alternative for couples who want an outdoor ceremony.
Hotel Wedding Venues
3 venues
Wynn Wedding Salons
Where: Wynn Las Vegas
Known for
Luxury hotel weddings on the Strip — the highest-end option
The Strip's premier luxury hotel wedding venue. Wynn operates multiple wedding salons including the Lavender Salon, Lilac Salon, and Primrose Courtyard, plus larger event spaces for receptions. Pricing starts in the mid-five-figures and climbs from there — this is the destination wedding option, not the elopement option. Pair with a Wynn or Encore stay for the integrated experience.
Bellagio Wedding Chapels
Where: Bellagio
Known for
Two on-property chapels, lakeside ceremony options
Bellagio operates two chapels on-property — the South Chapel and the East Chapel — plus customizable larger event venues. The fountain views and the formal Bellagio aesthetic make this one of the most-booked hotel wedding venues on the Strip. Pricing starts well below Wynn and runs to mid-five-figures depending on package.
Venus Garden & Tuscany Garden at Caesars Palace
Where: Caesars Palace
Known for
Outdoor garden ceremonies on a famous Strip property
Caesars Palace operates several wedding venues including the Venus Garden and the Tuscany Garden, plus the indoor Brioso ceremony space. The outdoor garden options are the differentiator — most Strip hotels don't have outdoor wedding venues that work in season. Best for couples who want the iconic Caesars name and an outdoor ceremony in spring or fall.
Outdoor & Unique Venues
2 venues
Mandalay Bay Beach Weddings
Where: Mandalay Bay
Known for
Beach ceremony on the Mandalay Bay sand beach
The only true sand-beach wedding venue on the Strip. Mandalay Bay's pool complex includes 11 acres of real sand beach, and the property offers ceremony packages on the beach itself — typically scheduled outside main pool hours. Best for couples who want a destination-beach feel without leaving Vegas, and groups who want a non-traditional venue.
Red Rock Canyon (BLM-permitted ceremonies)
Where: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, ~30 minutes west
Known for
Outdoor desert ceremony, sandstone backdrop, spring and fall
For couples who want the desert-landscape Vegas wedding photo, Red Rock Canyon allows wedding ceremonies via the BLM Special Recreation Permit process. Multiple permitted ceremony locations including Calico Basin, Pine Creek, and Red Spring. Best in spring (March–May) and fall (October–November); midsummer is dangerously hot. Permit fees apply and the process is straightforward but not same-day.
Things Vegas Wedding Guides Get Wrong
You cannot get married at the Welcome sign without a permit
The 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign is a public attraction with a parking lot and constant tourist traffic. The chapels that offer 'Welcome sign' wedding packages handle the timing logistics — DIY ceremonies during peak hours don't work. Book the package or pick a different photo location.
Vegas weddings are not "secret" or low-paperwork
Every Vegas wedding generates a public Clark County marriage record. There is no such thing as a private or hidden Vegas wedding — the license, the ceremony, and the certificate are all public records the same as any other US wedding.
Getting married in Vegas does not require a Nevada residency
There is no residency requirement, no waiting period, and no blood test. You can fly in this morning, get the license at noon, and be married this afternoon. This is the entire point of the Vegas wedding industry.
What a Vegas Wedding Actually Costs
Vegas can be the cheapest legal wedding in America or one of the most expensive. Four tiers and what each one buys you:
Elopement basic
$300–600 total
$102 license + a basic chapel package at A Little White Wedding Chapel, Graceland, or Little Vegas Chapel ($200–400). Includes officiant, witness, and the ceremony itself. Photography may or may not be included.
Iconic chapel + photos
$1,000–3,000 total
Mid-range chapel package with photography, flowers, a longer ceremony slot, and sometimes a small post-ceremony reception. This is the sweet spot for most Vegas weddings — the iconic experience without the hotel-wedding markup.
Hotel wedding (Strip)
$5,000–25,000+
Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Mandalay Bay, and other Strip hotels offer wedding venues that include a ceremony space, photography, flowers, food and drink for guests, and reception coordination. Pricing scales with guest count and reception choices.
Luxury destination wedding
$25,000–100,000+
Wynn Wedding Salons and similar luxury venues. Full destination wedding production with reception, dinner, photography, flowers, and the higher-end aesthetic. Pricing climbs with guest count and customization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions about getting married in Las Vegas.
How do you get a marriage license in Las Vegas?
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Both parties must apply in person at the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E Clark Ave in downtown Las Vegas. You'll need a government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport), proof of age if there's any question, and a $102 cash fee (the bureau also accepts cards). Both applicants must be 18 or older. If either party has been previously married, you'll need the date of the divorce or the deceased spouse's date of death — but you do not need to bring the divorce decree. The license is issued the same day, valid for one year, and there is no waiting period or blood test required.
How much does a Las Vegas marriage license cost in 2026?
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The Clark County marriage license fee is $102. The Marriage License Bureau accepts cash, credit, and debit cards. You'll receive the license on the spot at the bureau and can use it the same day at any licensed Nevada wedding venue. After the ceremony, the officiant returns the signed license to the county for filing — you can request a certified copy of the marriage certificate by mail or in person for an additional fee.
Where is the Clark County Marriage License Bureau?
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201 E Clark Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101 — in downtown Las Vegas, near the Regional Justice Center. The bureau is open 8am to midnight, 365 days a year (yes, including weekends, holidays, and Christmas). Walk-ins are accepted; advance applications are also possible online via the bureau's pre-application portal, which speeds up the in-person process.
Do I need a witness for a Las Vegas wedding?
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Yes — you need at least one witness over 18 at the ceremony. Every Las Vegas wedding chapel can provide a witness for you if you don't bring one (sometimes called a 'wedding witness service' or it's bundled into the package). If you're getting married just the two of you, this is one of the few legitimate Vegas wedding requirements you can't skip.
Is there a waiting period to get married in Las Vegas?
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No. Nevada has no waiting period and no blood test requirement. You can apply for the marriage license, get it issued, and have a ceremony on the same day. This is the entire reason Vegas is the wedding capital of the country — you can decide to get married this morning and be married by tonight.
How much does a Las Vegas wedding cost?
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Wildly variable. The marriage license itself is $102. A basic chapel package at A Little White Wedding Chapel or Graceland starts around $200–400 and includes the ceremony, an officiant, and a witness. Mid-range chapel packages with photography, flowers, and a small reception run $1,000–3,000. Hotel weddings at Bellagio or Caesars Palace run $5,000–25,000+ depending on the package. A full luxury Wynn wedding can climb into six figures. Vegas can be the cheapest legal wedding in America or one of the most expensive — your call.
Can you get married at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign?
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Yes, but with caveats. The 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign is on Las Vegas Boulevard at the south end of the Strip and is a public attraction. Several wedding chapels offer 'Welcome sign' ceremony packages that handle the logistics — securing the location, an officiant, photography. The sign itself is busy with tourists during the day, so most ceremonies happen early morning or in coordinated short windows. Don't try to DIY a ceremony at the sign during peak hours.
Is an Elvis wedding actually legal in Las Vegas?
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Yes — the Elvis impersonator can be the officiant if they're licensed by the Clark County clerk, which the major chapels (Graceland Wedding Chapel, A Little White Wedding Chapel) ensure for their Elvis packages. The wedding is fully legal as long as the officiant is licensed and the marriage license is properly signed and returned to the county. The Elvis costume is performance; the officiant credentials are real.
Can same-sex couples get married in Las Vegas?
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Yes — Nevada has recognized same-sex marriage since 2014, and Clark County issues marriage licenses to all couples on the same terms. All major Las Vegas wedding chapels and hotel wedding venues perform same-sex ceremonies. The marriage license bureau process is identical regardless of the couple's gender.