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how to elope in San Francisco

San Francisco is brimming with cultural diversity, rich history, ancient architecture, and gorgeous weather. Why wouldn’t it be the perfect place to elope? Our expert pop-up wedding planners view this city as one of the perfect places to get married. So how do you figure out how to elope in San Francisco?

How to Get a Marriage License in San Francisco

First, grab your IDs and a $110 check (price subject to change) to take into the county clerk’s office in San Fran. Make sure to create an appointment first, otherwise, you won’t be able to apply. You must both be over 18.  

You can either apply for a public marriage license or a confidential marriage license depending on your preference. Once approved, your license is valid for 90 days for a wedding anywhere in California.

How to Elope in San Francisco

There are a lot of possible marriage locations in San Fran, but none quite so amazing as our San Francisco Elopement Packages.

Have your wedding with a Pacific Ocean backdrop alongside gorgeous paths of green trees with our Heights Package. Say your “I do’s” in front of one of the most beautiful, artistic structures in San Francisco with the Dome Package or even vow to your loved one standing across from the world-renowned Golden Gate Bridge with our stunning Golden Museum Package.

At the end of the day, figuring out how to elope in San Francisco comes easier with its abundance of gorgeous locations and our easy, stress-free packages. Choose one today! Looking for more California elopement ideas? Check out The Ultimate Guide to Eloping in San Diego