Getting a Marriage License in North Dakota
Where to apply for a marriage license in North Dakota, what to bring, the waiting period, how long it's valid, and the minimum marriage age.
Short answer: Apply to the county recorder (or another official the county commissioners designate) in the county where either party lives, where a parent of either party lives, or where the wedding will take place. N.D. Cent. Code §§ 14-03-10, 14-03-17, 14-03-22
| Getting a marriage license | Apply to the county recorder (or another official the county commissioners designate) in the county where either party lives, where a parent of either party lives, or where the wedding will take place. Each applicant must show a birth certificate or other satisfactory evidence of age, sign an affidavit about age and any prior divorce (with a certified copy of any divorce decree), and give a Social Security number. The law sets no waiting period, but the license must have been issued no more than 60 days before the wedding. The license fee is up to $30, plus a $35 supplemental fee for the domestic violence prevention fund. |
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| Minimum marriage age | A person 18 or older may marry. A person aged 16 or 17 may get a marriage license only with the written consent of a parent or guardian (if there is one). No license may be issued to anyone under 16, even with parental consent. |
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FAQ
How do you get a marriage license in North Dakota?
Apply to the county recorder (or another official the county commissioners designate) in the county where either party lives, where a parent of either party lives, or where the wedding will take place. Each applicant must show a birth certificate or other satisfactory evidence of age, sign an affidavit about age and any prior divorce (with a certified copy of any divorce decree), and give a Social Security number. The law sets no waiting period, but the license must have been issued no more than 60 days before the wedding. The license fee is up to $30, plus a $35 supplemental fee for the domestic violence prevention fund.
What is the legal age to get married in North Dakota?
A person 18 or older may marry. A person aged 16 or 17 may get a marriage license only with the written consent of a parent or guardian (if there is one). No license may be issued to anyone under 16, even with parental consent.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.