29-05-2025
Sandoval Co. Clerk's Office: State-wide marriage license fee increase starts June 20
SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — Senate Bill 290 was signed into law on April 8, 2025. It increases the cost of marriage license fees in New Mexico for the first time in over 22 years. The Sandoval County Clerk's Office is reminding the public that increase goes into effect on Friday, June 20.
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Licenses are going from $25 to $55. Clerk Brady Romero said in a news release, 'It's important to note that marriage licenses in New Mexico have no expiration date. Couples can obtain their licenses now or closer to their wedding. The application process begins in person at our office and does require an appointment. After the ceremony, the signed certificate is returned to the Clerk's Office within 90 days for official recording.'
Fees collected for marriage licenses will be distributed as follows:
$20 to the county clerk's office for document preservation and technology improvements
$20 to the children's trust fund for child abuse prevention and support services
$15 to the county general fund
In Sandoval County, marriage license appointments are available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (505) 867-7572.
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