Making Your Marriage Legal

There is a lot of planning that goes into your wedding day, and while the dress and the catering may come first, there's one more tiny detail that you don't want to forget about - the marriage license! Every state is a bit different in the way they approach the marriage license, but one rule still applies, and that is that you have to have one to become legally married. Whether you're planning an out of state wedding in Colorado Springs, or you just want to know what you need to do for your local wedding, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Get Your Marriage License

The first step to even getting your marriage license is to know where to go to get it. You can get your marriage license from the county clerk in the state that you are getting married in. That's right - if you are from Iowa, but you're getting married in Colorado Springs, you need to get your license from the county clerk in Colorado Springs.

Do I Need ID to Get My Marriage License?

The requirements for your marriage license can be a little different depending on where you go - but a standard would include your birth certificate, photo ID, proof of divorce if you've been previously married, and if you're under 18, you'll need proof of parental consent.

How Much Does a Marriage License Cost?

The price will vary depending on where you're getting married, but in some states, it can be as little as $35, while other states like Florida it can cost over $90! Make sure you plan accordingly for your payment as well. Many offices are particular about payment, and some won't even take cash. Call ahead before you head down and have to reschedule.

There Can Be A Waiting Period

Yes, you read that right. When you have gotten your marriage license, some states require that you wait so many days before you can get married. On the flip side, you generally can't get your license more than 30 days prior to your wedding day. Be sure to find out what the requirements are because some states require that you wait three business days before you can get married - and you'll want to know that before you wait too long on accident.

What Now?

Now that you have your marriage license, it's time to get married! On your wedding day, you'll need to give the license to your officiant, and they will be able to guide you through the process of signing everything. Some states require you to sign your marriage license, while others only require you to sign documents when you get your marriage license. Then you will need two witnesses (generally your maid of honor and best man) to sign the marriage license along with the officiant. Finally, your marriage license will need to be dropped off at the same place you picked it up. From there, you can either get a registered copy to use while you change your name on your driver's license, passport, bank and other legal places. Or you can wait until the official marriage license is mailed to you.

It's Official!

Or at least, it will be once you're wedding date is here! At The Historic Pinecrest, we love to see all of the happy couples who leave our facility as man and wife. If you're in the process of wedding planning, we invite you to follow our social media channels to learn more about our Colorado Springs wedding venue. We would love to give you a private tour of the facility, and if you are already signed up to have your wedding, we would love to invite you to a Bridal Open House where you can meet vendors, learn more about our venue, and more. Stay tuned for the next dates - you won't want to miss it.

A Beautiful Wedding Awaits...

106 Pinecrest Way

Palmer Lake, CO 80133

www.PinecrestEventCenter.com

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