结婚证

Congratulations! Both of you need to be present with valid photo IDs. If either of you was previously married, bring your divorce decree or death certificate of the former spouse. The fee is thirty-five dollars.

In our state, there is a twenty-four-hour waiting period after the license is issued before you can have the ceremony. However, you can apply for a waiver from a judge if you have special circumstances. The license is valid for sixty days once issued.

Yes, we offer civil ceremonies here. A judge or justice of the peace can perform the ceremony. It takes about ten minutes and costs an additional twenty-five dollars. You will need at least one witness over the age of eighteen.

The officiant will sign the license after the ceremony and file it with the county. Your official marriage certificate will be mailed to you within two to four weeks. You can also order certified copies for ten dollars each — most people order a few extras for legal purposes.

Yes, you do not need to be a US citizen to get married here. You will need your valid passport and, depending on your country of origin, a certificate of no impediment — basically proof that you are legally free to marry. Some countries call it a single status certificate.

Yes, all foreign-language documents must be accompanied by a certified English translation. The translator needs to include a signed statement certifying the translation is accurate. We also recommend getting your documents apostilled by your consulate for additional authentication.

Most countries recognize marriages performed in the United States. However, you should check with your country consulate or embassy to confirm. You may need to register the marriage in your home country separately. We can provide extra certified copies of the marriage certificate for that purpose.

I would recommend at least three to five. You will need them for updating your immigration documents, changing your name if you choose to, registering the marriage in your home country, and keeping one for your personal records. They are ten dollars each.