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Laughlin, Nevada Office 101 Civic Way Laughlin, NV 89029 (702) 298-1097 Fax (702) 298-5385
Requirements to Marry in Las Vegas!
GENERAL LICENSE INFORMATION
Currently, Nevada Revised Statutes do not require marriage license applicants to prove identity. However, the Nevada Legislature recently passed Assembly Bill 406 which makes proof of identity a requirement for obtaining a marriage license, effective January 1, 2008. Therefore, individuals planning to obtain a marriage license in Nevada after January 1, 2008 will need to bring proper identification with them.
Identification:
An original or certified copy of one of the following forms of identification will be required effective Jan 1, 2008:
Driver's License, Instruction Permit, or identification card issued by this State or another state Passport Birth Certificate and a secondary form of identification that contains the name of the applicant Military Identification Card or Military Dependant Identification Card Certificate of Citizenship, Certificate of Naturalization, Permanent Resident Card or Temporary Resident Card Pursuant to NRS 122.050, the marriage license must contain the name of each applicant as shown in the identification documents presented.
The County Clerk may request that foreign birth certificates be translated into English and notarized.
Marriage License Requirements:
Requirements for U.S. citizens and non U.S. citizens are the same.
It is suggested that non U.S. citizens check with your local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure that your marriage will be recognized in your country.
Applicants must be a Male and a Female, at least 18 years of age, and not nearer of kin than second cousins or cousins of half blood, and not having a husband or wife living.
Applicants may be required to prove their age. Those not having acceptable identification to prove age may be refused a marriage license. (Faxed copies, damaged identification, privately issued I.D., check cashing cards or photocopies of identification are unacceptable.)
Social Security Numbers are required on the Affidavit of Application for a Marriage License. Please know your Social Security Number. Those without knowledge of their Social Security Number may be refused a marriage license. It is recognized that non U.S. citizens will not have a Social Security Number.
There is no blood test and no waiting period after a license is issued.
Divorced Applicants:
Are required to know the Month/Day/Year/City and State of their divorce. The divorce must be final and filed with the courts in the state or country granted. You are not required to bring the divorce decree.
Minor applicants, ages 16 or 17 (not yet age 18):
Must have consent of a parent or legal guardian. Minors will need an original or certified copy of the birth certificate which lists the name of the consenting parent. (No photocopies of documents may be accepted.) Legal guardians are required to present a certified copy of the court ordered guardianship papers. (No photocopies may be accepted.) A parent or guardian is required to have acceptable identification to prove they are the parent on the birth certificate or the legal guardian on the guardianship order.
If it is not possible for the parent or guardian to be present, an original, notarized statement in English must be presented with the certified copy of the birth certificate or a certified copy of the guardianship order at the time of the issuance of the marriage license. The notarized statement should contain the parent or legal guardian's full name, relationship to the minor, minor's full name, birth date and the statement that the parent or legal guardian gives consent for the minor to marry. All documents must be in English or translated into English by a notary.
A person less than 16 years of age may marry only if either parent or legal guardian files an action, pays all court fees as provided by law, and presents a court order, from a Nevada State Court, authorizing the Clerk to issue the marriage license. Applicants should contact an attorney to prepare the documents. This office has no forms.
Fees:
NOTICE: NRS Chapter 19 requires that we charge fees for copies and a records search. A number of requests for copies of records are received through the mail, and frequently customers will pay more than what is required by statute. Please be advised that effective September 4, 2007, overpayments of $10 or less will not be refunded by this office except upon specific request of the customer. Requests for refund of overpayment must be submitted in writing within 60 days of receipt date and include the receipt number.
Marriage Ceremonies:
In order to have a legal marriage, a ceremony must be performed in the State of Nevada within one year from date of issuance of the marriage license by any person licensed or authorized to perform ceremonies in Nevada. The ceremony may be performed in any Wedding Chapel, Church or the Civil Marriage Commissioner's Office. These marriages are recognized throughout the world. A list of Wedding Chapels is available by clicking on Chapels or Chamber in the Other Links section at the bottom of this page.
Renewing Wedding Vows:
This office is prohibited from issuing a new Marriage License to couples that are currently married. Couples may renew their wedding vows at a church or wedding chapel. Churches or chapels may require you to bring a copy of your Marriage Certificate for proof of marriage before performing the renewal ceremony.
Wedding chapels in Vegas often feature colorful themes and gimmicks. Las Vegas Villa offers couples a chance to be married in Liberace's old mansion. The Chapel by the Courthouse, on the other hand, is convenient for those who want to get hitched on the way to or from jail. For those in a hurry to get on with the honeymoon, there are drive-through chapels where couples can say vows without getting out of their cars. People can also have weddings aboard a replica of a pirate ship or in a chapel located in an ersatz Transylvanian castle with Count Dracula as the minister. For $985 (call first), one chapel even will perform the ceremony in a helicopter hovering over the city.
Affordable Las Vegas Weddings:
By Kevin Stith
Do you want to get married in Vegas but are afraid you don’t have that kind of money? Do not worry - there are affordable Las Vegas wedding packages that let you take your vows for a lower price, without sacrificing elegance. Here is how to plan your affordable Las Vegas wedding.
Go for off-season price cuts. Decide when you want to get married. If you are looking to save serious money and you don’t live close to the city, consider going during the off-season. If you aren’t quite sure when the off-peak travel times for Las Vegas are, then call the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce or tourist information center for more information.
Take advantage of package deals. You will need to decide how you are going to get there and where you are going to stay. If you live far away enough to need a plane, try to find a package deal with airfare and hotel. Some airlines offer package deals that come complete with free meals and discount coupons to 3-star Las Vegas hotels. If you can’t find a deal, do some research and find the lowest rates possible. You can also check with your travel agent - they usually know of deals, but never tell you about them unless you ask.
Limit your guest list. Keep your Las Vegas wedding intimate. The less people you invite, the less expensive the wedding will be. Also make sure you tell people that you are going to Las Vegas for your wedding. Explain to them that you would like people to go, but you can't afford to pay for them. Those who really want to be there for you will go at their own expense.
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