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The basics that you need to know are covered below.
Tip: Many couples opt to marry legally in their local city hall in the USA and then have a formal, non-legal ceremony in the location of their choice. This works well because the couple does not have to meet residency, legal or religious requirements.
Wedding licenses
In general, a marriage license is a legal permit to marry. It confirms that you are both free to wed, are of legal age to marry in that county or town, and have had blood tests, if necessary. Requirements vary so you should contact the city hall for the contact information of the marriage license bureau. Call them and ask when you should apply, what paperwork you need to bring along, whether or not you need blood tests, how long the licenses are valid as marriage licenses are valid only for a certain amount of time, and how much the license will cost. Also ask about the office hours and whether you need to make an appointment, as well as when you should apply based on your wedding date. You will each probably need to bring most of the following: photo ID; certified copies of your birth certificates; parental consent, if underage; death certificate, if widowed; divorce decree, if divorced; and blood-test results, if required. You will probably be instructed to apply for your license two to three weeks before the big day, and in most places this is something you must do in person, together.
Marrying abroad
Before you do anything, be sure that nonresidents can get marriage licenses in the country where you want to wed. Call the embassy, consulate, or tourist office in that country and be sure to ask specifics. Find out which documents and medical tests you need, how long will it take to process the paperwork, whether you need witnesses, and whether there are special requirements for a religious ceremony as opposed to a civil one.
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