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Marriage Licenses
Couples MUST obtain a marriage license PRIOR to the ceremony. The license will be signed by the two of you, Rev. Chris, and the witnesses on the day of the ceremony.

The following information should be used as a guideline - requirements are different from county to county. Please contact your local County Clerk to review the requirements in your county.

You'll need to bring with you:

  • A driver's license with your current address (or two pieces of mail addressed to you at your current address
  • Social Security card
  • Certified copy of your birth certificate (the actual State of Wisconsin Record of Live Birth, not the commemorative certificate signed by the hospital, doctor, or minister).
  • Bride's parents full names including mother's maiden name
  • Groom's parents full names including mother's maiden name
  • Name, address, and phone number of the officiant (Rev. Chris)

Residency Requirements:

  • At least one of you must have resided in the Wisconsin county where you are applying
  • If you're coming in from out-of-state, you must apply in the county where the ceremony will take place

Previous Marriages

  • If you were married previously you must show proof of divorce, LEGAL annulment, or a death certificate
  • You must wait a minimum of six months after a legal divorce before remarrying

Waiting Period

  • Most Wisconsin counties require a five day waiting period starting the day AFTER you apply.
  • Most Wisconsin counties will not accept applications for marriages more than 31 days in advance

Fees

  • The average fee for a marriage license in the State of Wisconsin is $80.00 although each county sets their own fee.

Underage

  • You must be at least 16 years old to marry in the State of Wisconsin
  • Couples under the age of 18 must provide a notarized written notice of consent from his or her parents or guardian. Your local County Clerk can provide a Notice of Consent to be signed and notarized.

Unrecognized Couples

  • Same-Sex couples are not able to legally marry (see Commitment Ceremonies)
  • Cousins are not able to legally marry
  • Proxy weddings (weddings where the bride or groom is not phyically present) are not legal
  • Common Law marriages are not recognized