Jail marriage help
For couples inquiring about marriage with an incarcerated partner.
Jail marriage instructions
Step-by-step guidance for getting legally married when one partner is incarcerated.
Step 1
Order your marriage package
Begin by ordering one of our virtual marriage packages. Once your order is confirmed, we’ll email you the required form:
“Absent Spouse Notarized Marriage License Application.”
“Absent Spouse Notarized Marriage License Application.”
- The non-incarcerated partner should complete the form as Applicant 1.
Step 2
Notarize & mail the form
Have the completed form notarized, then physically mail it to Utah County:
📬 Mailing Address:
Utah County Clerk
111 South University Avenue
Provo, Utah 84601
⛔Note: Utah does not accept digital copies—even if the incarcerated person has internet access or an ID on file, the notarized form must be mailed.
📬 Mailing Address:
Utah County Clerk
111 South University Avenue
Provo, Utah 84601
⛔Note: Utah does not accept digital copies—even if the incarcerated person has internet access or an ID on file, the notarized form must be mailed.
Step 3
Provide valid inmate identification
Include a copy of the incarcerated partner’s valid ID along with the notarized form. The ID must show:
Accepted formats:
📩 If sending the ID separately, notify the clerk by emailing: marriage@utahcounty.gov
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Clear photo
Accepted formats:
- Government-issued ID
- Jail wristband (if it includes name, DOB, and photo)
- A previously scanned/photocopied ID held by the partner (can be mailed separately)
📩 If sending the ID separately, notify the clerk by emailing: marriage@utahcounty.gov
Step 4
Await Utah county’s approval
Once received, Utah County will process the application and complete the incarcerated partner’s portion.
They will then:
They will then:
- The non-incarcerated partner should complete the form as Applicant 1.
Step 5
Submit payment & shipping info
After approval:
✅ Your official marriage license will be sent directly to the non-incarcerated partner.
- Enter the shipping address where the license should be mailed
- Pay for the license through a secure Utah County payment link
✅ Your official marriage license will be sent directly to the non-incarcerated partner.
⏳ Timeline
Expect the full process to take approximately 1 to 3 weeks, depending on mail speed and internal review.
🎥 Ceremony Requirements
A Zoom video call is required for the ceremony.
- The incarcerated person must have video access, typically coordinated by a jail staff member, attorney, or approved contact.
- Someone on-site must be available to help launch and manage the Zoom session.
❓ Need Help?
We’ve guided many couples through this exact process. Whether it’s your first step or you’re ready to book, we’re here to make it smooth, simple, and stress-free.
💌 Contact us anytime for questions or to get started!
💌 Contact us anytime for questions or to get started!
