Things You Need to Know Before Getting Married

Getting married involves a lot of legal and financial considerations. Regardless of the state you live in, you will need to know about the laws governing marriage and how you should handle your assets before you make the commitment.

In many states, you will have to wait before you can get a marriage license. It's also important to know how long the license will be valid for.

You'll need to have an officiant perform the ceremony. The officiant will sign the certificate of marriage and file it with the local courthouse. You'll need to have at least two witnesses, including one who is at least 18 years old.

If you want to get married at a park or other outdoor venue, you may need to obtain a special permit. Contact the Department of Conservation and Recreation for more information.

If you're going to get married in a church, you'll need to hire a clergy member to officiate. The officiant must also be qualified under the Domestic Relations Law.

You'll need to fill out a marriage application and have it signed by a qualified witness. The application and certificate of marriage must be in English. You'll also need to have a marriage register signed by the registrar.

You'll also need to ask the courthouse where you are planning to get married how much you'll have to pay for a marriage license. The cost will vary from state to state. You'll need to be sure you have all the money you need to pay the fees before you start your engagement.