How to Get a Marriage License in Vermont

Obtaining a marriage license is an important step in making your marriage legal. Follow these guidelines on how to obtain a marriage license if you plan to wed in Vermont.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Divorce decree, annulment paper or death certificate, if applicable
• Marriage license application
• Photo identification or certified copies of birth certificates
• Pen
• Cash

1. Apply for your marriage license in person at any county courthouse. Vermont residents should apply in the town in which one of them resides. Non-residents should apply for a license in the county where the ceremony will take place.
   

2. Present proof of age and identity. A driver's license, state-issued birth certificate or passport are acceptable forms of identification for this purpose.
   
   

3. Complete the application. Applicants may also be asked to provide Social Security numbers, race, ethnicity and father's and mother's full name and birthplace for both applicants.

4. Pay the license fee and head to the altar. There is no waiting period, and the marriage license is valid for 60 days from date of issuance.

Tips & Warnings

• Vermont allows civil unions between same-sex couples. According to Vermont law, parties to a civil union shall have all the same benefits, protections and responsibilities granted to spouses in a marriage.
• If either applicant has been married previously, bring the certified document that ended his or her last marriage, such as a divorce decree, annulment paper or death certificate.
• Blood tests are not required in Vermont.
• Marriage license requirements often change. Verify all information with the local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel arrangements.