Requirements

Requirements and Conditions

The registration fee is $60.00, payable when the form is issued.  We do accept cash and personal checks.  We do not accept debit or charge cards.

• Registrants do not need to be residents of Washington County.
• One registrant must be an Oregon resident
• There is no waiting period.
• The Domestic Partnership form must be signed by both parties, and must have signatures notarized.  Please be advised that there is no notary available in the County Clerk's office.
• There are no exceptions or waivers to the registration fee.
• No extensions or refunds are made once the form is issued.
• Legal age in the State of Oregon for both parties is 18 years of age.

When Domestic Partnerships Are Not Recognized

Oregon state law does not allow a domestic partnership to be issued to parties of opposite gender.

Oregon state law does not allow a domestic partnership between first cousins or nearer kin.

Forms By Mail

To obtain a domestic partnership form by mail, please send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

     Hillsboro, OR  97124

A form will be mailed to you with instructions on how to fill it out.  Upon approval, which is normally within 3 days of receipt, we will send your certificate to you.