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Southern MA,
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Hampshire (NH), Connecticut (CT), Vermont (VT) , Maine (ME),
Rhode Island (RI)
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You must both apply in person. A birth
certificate and driver's license may be required.
You must file jointly and you may do so with the city or
town clerk in any community in the state.
A marriage license, once obtained, is valid for 60 days from
the date intentions are filed and may be used in any Massachusetts
city or town.
There is a mandatory three-day waiting period.
The state statute stipulates a fee of $4.00 for the license
but allows each city or town to set their own fee.
A Massachusetts resident may marry if he or she is 18 years
of age or older.
A birth certificate may be required as proof of age.
If either party is under 18, a court order from a probate
or district court where the minor resides must be obtained before
the marriage intentions can be filed.
A medical certificate is necessary for each of you and a
blood test is required.
Medical certificates which are obtained after the filing
of intentions are valid for 60 days from the date intentions
are filed, the same length of time the marriage license itself
is valid.
REQUIREMENTS VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
FOR MORE INFORMATION YOU SHOULD CONTACT
YOUR LOCAL CITY OR TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE
Getting Your Marriage License
New
Hampshire
Marriage license Laws in the state of New Hampshire, here is what
you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the New
Hampshire marriage laws before filling out the New Hampshire
marriage license form.
In order to get married, you need to apply and receive a
marriage license. This is the document in your state that allows you to
officially tie the knot under the law. The rules for acquiring your marriage
license varies from state to state, so you should check with your city's
marriage bureau at your clerk of court's office to find
out what your local rules are.
You'll typically need to apply for your marriage license at
least one month before your wedding ceremony. You'll traditionally need to send
in your birth certificates, tax information, and other official documents. You
don't, however, want to apply for your marriage license too early. In some
states, the licenses do expire, if you don't get married within a few months.
When you apply for your license, you'll not only need a proof
of identification and age, will need to provide any information about previous
marriages, and will need to pay a nominal fee. You will also need to have a
witness when you sign the application, so plan on bringing your maid of honor or
best man with you. The bride will need to know what her married name will be
before she signs the marriage certificate. You'll have to write that name on the
application.
And, believe it or not, just because you have your marriage
license sent to you in the mail does not mean you are officially married. You
need to have a justice of the peace or a religious clergyman sign the document.
On your wedding day, you'll give your chaplain your marriage license, then after
the ceremony, he'll sign it and send it to the proper government agency for
validation.
ID Requirement Valid picture
identification.
Acceptable identification includes:
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Identification Card from DMV
• Valid Passport
• Valid Military ID
• Resident Alien card
• Certified or original Birth Certificate.
• If a foreign birth certificate, it must be
translated into English and notarized.
Getting Your Marriage License
Rhode
Island
In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any
RI county clerk office where
you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the
county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the
procedures you must follow to obtain your license.
What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $24.00 dollars. Accepted forms of payment are
cash.
What are the
residency requirements for Rhode Island?
If both partners are residents you may obtain your license from a Town
Clerk of your residence. If only one of you is a resident go to the Town Clerk
of that resident. In either circumstance, your license will be valid
statewide. If neither partner are residents you must apply for your license in
the county where the marriage will take place.
Is there a waiting period from the
application date to the date the license is issued?
No, you will receive your license immediately.
Is there a waiting period from the date
the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your lice
What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A
birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.
What if one or both of us is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, parental consent forms must be signed. You
will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you
can not marry without a court order.
Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required.
How long does a marriage license remain
valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 90 days from the date it is issued.
What if one or both partners have been
divorced or have had a spouse die?
If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must
be provided. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death
certificate. A copy of your divorce records or spouse's death certificate can
be
ordered online
Where can I obtain a certified copy of a
marriage, divorce, or death certificate?
Certified copies of marriage, divorce, or death records can be
ordered
online.
Yes, cousin marriages are allowed. A man can not marry his aunt, but he can
marry his cousin. A woman may marry her uncle provided she is Jewish.
Are common law marriages legal?
No, common-law marriages are not allowed.
Are same sex marriages legal?
No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.
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