Basic Marriage Requirements in Maine
Planning to tie the knot in the beautiful Pine Tree State? Here are the essentials to make it official:
- Marriage License:
- Apply at the town or city office.
- Maine residents must apply in the town of residence. Non-residents can apply anywhere in Maine.
- Valid immediately upon issuance and for 90 days.
- Age Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older to marry without consent.
- Under 18? You’ll need written parental consent.
- Under 16? Judicial consent is also required.
- Officiants:
- Authorized individuals include ordained ministers, licensed preachers, Maine judges, and Maine-licensed attorneys.
- Documentation:
- Bring a valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport).
- If previously married, provide proof of divorce or a death certificate for your former spouse.
- Fees:
- Expect a small fee for the marriage license (varies by location, typically around $40).
- Prohibited Marriages:
- Marriages between close relatives or polygamous unions are not permitted.