Marriage Licenses

When you go to obtain a marriage license, the issuing authority typically conducts a background check, which may reveal outstanding warrants, including a blue warrant. However, the specific procedures can vary by state or county. It's advisable to check local regulations or consult with legal counsel for guidance on how a warrant might affect your ability to obtain a marriage license.

To obtain a marriage license in Mexico, you typically need to visit the local civil registry office (Registro Civil) in the municipality where you plan to marry. You'll need to provide identification, such as passports, and may also require additional documents like birth certificates and proof of residency. It's advisable to check specific local requirements, as they can vary by state. Once you have the necessary documents, you can complete the application process and pay any associated fees to receive your marriage license.

Yes, there is no required waiting period after the marriage license is issued in the State of Alabama. The license is valid in Alabama for 30 days from the date it is issued.

How to Apply for a Marriage License

Individuals marrying in Rhode Island must apply for a marriage license at a city or town clerk's office. State law restricts the ability of cities and towns to issue marriage licenses statewide. The license is valid for three months after the issuance date. The marriage must take place in the presence of the officiant (the person performing the marriage) and two witnesses age 18 or older.

What You Should Do

Go to the correct city or town clerk office

The bride and groom must apply for the license in person and sign the application in the presence of a city or town clerk or assistant. Please be sure to contact the city or town office where you will apply for the license to verify their requirements and hours open to the public.

* Rhode Island residents: If either the bride or groom live in Rhode Island, the couple should apply for the marriage license at the clerk office in the city or town of the bride or groom's residence. In this case, the marriage license is valid in any city or town and the couple may be married anywhere in Rhode Island.

* Non-residents: If both the bride and groom do not live in Rhode Island, the marriage license must be obtained at the clerk office where the ceremony will take place. The couple must marry in the city or town where the license is issued.

Provide required identification and legal documents

Both the bride and groom are responsible for presenting:

* Proof of birth facts (preferably a certified copy of the birth certificate) and a valid form of identification.

* If previously married, a certified copy of the final decree of divorce (with the raised or original stamped court seal) or a certified copy of the death certificate of the previous spouse.

* If bride is younger than age 18 or if either individual is under the control of a legal guardian, a "Minor's Permit to Marry" completed by the parent or legal guardian. The Minor's Permit is available at city and town clerk offices. Men younger than age 18 and women younger than age 16 also need court permission to marry. (more)

Pay for the license

The marriage license costs $24.

Marriage licenses in Charleston, South Carolina are obtained from the Charleston County Probate Court. Using the link below "Free Public Records Directory" you can access Charleston County information under "Marriage Licenses."

In Georgia you must provide your final divorce decree when you apply for a marriage license. But only the last if there is more than one.

$3000 for a single standalone license

False declarations such as being under age. Being already married. (In countries that do not allow polygamy)

no, if he is active military it gets waived, you get it that day, if he is reserved, i think you have to wait

The license is still on file and valid. You can obtain a copy at the court house.

You can do a blessing--same ceremony, but without recording any paperwork with the government.

In Kansas after 60days a marriage license expires, you must purchase a new one, and returned the old one anytime, County clerk will be pleased.

Yes, although some people refer to other marital documents as "Marriage Certificates" as well, such as domestic partnership certificates, Jewish marriage contracts, etc.

no - you can only buy a house with money

You can apply for a marriage license from the Clerk of Court in the Parish where you live. Using the website "Free Public Records Directory" you can link to your specific Parish to obtain information about marriage licenses. The link will either provide the information directly or will provide contact information.

If you obtained a California marriage license but did not have it solemnized--that is, you did not have a ceremony and the officiant did not sign the license--you are not legally married and will not need to divorce. California marriage licenses expire 90 days after issuance (meaning you must have your ceremony within those 90 days); if your license expires before you have a ceremony, you must purchase a new license if you want to try again. Our County Clerk here in Los Angeles prefers unused licenses to be returned to the County offices in Norwalk, but you will not receive a refund--it's just for tracking purposes. Hope that helps!

Each state has its own procedures for getting marriage licenses. However, marriage licenses must be used in the state where they are obtained. In Louisiana, you can apply for a marriage license from the Marriage Department in any of the parishes. The licenses must be purchased 72 hours in advance of the ceremony and must be used within 30 days after being issued. The attached website link provides marriage license information for all of the counties in all 50 states. You can click on Texas or Louisiana and scroll to the county or parish where you'll be getting married to get specific information.

The marriage license fee in Colorado is $30. You can apply for a marriage license at any County Clerk & Recorder's Office and must be used within 30 days from the date of issue.

The license must be issued by the county where the ceremony is to take place. A certificate of marriage issued in Jamaica will be recognized.

There is no registration requirement. You many have to show proof of marriage in some instances, such as name changes and tax situations.