You may apply for a Marriage License at any County Recorder’s office in Iowa as
long as the ceremony is performed in Iowa. Marriage Applications are accepted in
Delaware County between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M.
To apply for a Marriage License in the Recorder’s Office:
Party A, Party B, and one witness (must be 18 years or older) must
appear in person,
All three must present photo identification (driver’s license or
government issued ID),
$35.00 fee includes a certified copy of the Marriage Certificate.
There is a 3-day waiting period before the License is valid and the actual
marriage may occur.
Once the marriage has been performed and the Certificate of Marriage has been returned to the Recorder’s office and
placed on record, a certified copy will be mailed to Party A and Party B.
Either Party may use this certified copy for a name change on social
security and driver’s license, etc.
Address of
Recorder's office: Delaware County Courthouse
301 E Main Street
PO Box 157
Manchester, Iowa 52057 Office Hours: Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Phone Number: (563) 927-4665
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