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 Driver's License and Birth Certificate.
Residency Requirement: No, however, with an Idaho State license, you must get married in Idaho.
Application Requirement: Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the time of applying.
Waiting Period: No waiting period.
Fees: $28 on weekdays; $45 on Saturdays - cash only.
Blood Tests: Blood tests are not necessary.
• Idaho Code 32-412A requires both parties to read and sign a premarital AIDS educational pamphlet.
Under 18: Applicant under 16 years of age needs the following:
• A court order
16 through 17: Applicants must present one of the following:
• Original Birth Certificate or Certified Copy
• Current Driver's License
• Passport
• State-issued Identification Card
• Parental consent from either parent or legal guardian
• Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
• Affidavit of Consent to Marriage of Minor.
Both parties age 18 or older -- no consent requirements
Common Law Marriages: No.
Cousin Marriages: No.
Same Sex Marriages: No.
Solemnization of Marriages: Licenses issued in Idaho must be solemnized in Idaho.
Officiants: Marriages may be performed by priests or ministers of the gospel of any denomination. Ministers must give a marriage certificate to the bride and to the groom. Also, the minister must complete the license and marriage certificate and return it to the recorder who issued it within 30 days after the marriage.
Valid: There is no expiration on the license. It is good forever, as long as the same two parties listed use it. The license can only be used within the State of Idaho.
It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.
Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.
Ada County Recorder
Boise, ID
208.364.2222
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