Getting a Marriage License in Wyoming
Where to apply for a marriage license in Wyoming, what to bring, the waiting period, how long it's valid, and the minimum marriage age.
Short answer: Get a license from any Wyoming county clerk; one of the parties applies. The clerk confirms, through testimony of a competent witness and the applicant, the parties' names, Social Security numbers (if they have them), residences and ages, and whether there is any legal impediment. Wyo. Stat. §§ 20-1-103, 20-1-105
| Getting a marriage license | Get a license from any Wyoming county clerk; one of the parties applies. The clerk confirms, through testimony of a competent witness and the applicant, the parties' names, Social Security numbers (if they have them), residences and ages, and whether there is any legal impediment. The license expires one year after issuance if the marriage has not been solemnized. The statutes reviewed set no waiting period. A district judge may order a license issued if the clerk refuses or a requirement needs to be waived. The license fee was not found in Title 20; ask the county clerk. Source: Wyo. Stat. §§ 20-1-103, 20-1-105 |
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| Minimum marriage age | The general minimum age is 18, and no one under 16 may marry. A 16- or 17-year-old may marry only with the consent of a parent, guardian or person having care and control (verbal if present, written and witnessed if absent) and approval by a district judge who authorizes the clerk to issue the license. Minors 16 or older who meet the legal requirements to contract or who have an emancipation decree may marry without judicial approval or anyone's consent. |
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FAQ
How do you get a marriage license in Wyoming?
Get a license from any Wyoming county clerk; one of the parties applies. The clerk confirms, through testimony of a competent witness and the applicant, the parties' names, Social Security numbers (if they have them), residences and ages, and whether there is any legal impediment. The license expires one year after issuance if the marriage has not been solemnized. The statutes reviewed set no waiting period. A district judge may order a license issued if the clerk refuses or a requirement needs to be waived.
What is the legal age to get married in Wyoming?
The general minimum age is 18, and no one under 16 may marry. A 16- or 17-year-old may marry only with the consent of a parent, guardian or person having care and control (verbal if present, written and witnessed if absent) and approval by a district judge who authorizes the clerk to issue the license. Minors 16 or older who meet the legal requirements to contract or who have an emancipation decree may marry without judicial approval or anyone's 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.