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October 12, 2008
Records & Fees
Marriage Information: Civil Wedding Ceremonies

Marriage Information  |  Applicable Marriage Fees  |  Applying for a Marriage License  |  Certified Copies of Marriage Certificates  |  Civil Wedding Ceremonies & The County Chapel  |  Wed on the Web

County Chapel

A County Deputy Marriage Commissioner can perform a civil marriage ceremony in the County Clerk's Chapel by appointment only Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) at 10 and 10:30 a.m. and 2 and 2:30 p.m. The cost is $35.00 payable in advance and is non-refundable.  In addition to the betrothed couple, one witness must be present. To make an appointment, please call (650) 363-4500.

County Chapel

The chapel will hold a wedding party of 20 people.

Wed on the Web
County Chapel wedding ceremonies can be broadcast live over the world wide web. Click here for information on how to have your ceremony webcast.

Personal Deputy Commissioner of Marriages for a Day
To be a Deputy Commissioner of Marriages in San Mateo County for one specific day please contact Kaylene Keller at (650) 599-1251 to schedule an appointment. You will be required to bring a photo ID to your appointment. Once at the appointment, you will be asked to say an oath and sign a certificate. This service is for couples getting married in San Mateo County only.


Civil Ceremony at a Location of Your Choice
As a public service, the County Clerk maintains the below list of marriage commissioners authorized to perform civil marriages.  Interested persons should contact the marriage commissioners directly to confirm his or her qualifications and the location, nature, and cost of the services they provide. The County Clerk does not regulate and is not responsible for the services offered or provided by these individuals.

  • Joseph Gruber
    Superior Court Commissioner
    400 County Center
    Redwood City, CA 94063
    (650) 363-4000 ext. 8188
    or (650) 327-8424
  • The Honorable Barbara J. Mallach
    Superior Court Judge
    400 County Center
    Redwood City, CA 94063
    (650) 599-1638
  • Hugo R. Borja
    Superior Court Commissioner
    500 County Center
    Redwood City, CA 94063
    (650) 599-1632
    or (650) 224-0242

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