The issue of marriage forms and licenses can often be confusing. Let us help shed some light on the subject. There are 5 different marriage related documents we offer and/or assist with. They are as follows:

	Las Vegas Marriage License This license must be obtained prior to your Las Vegas Wedding Ceremony in order for your Marriage to be legally recognized.
	Certified Las Vegas Marriage License This license is required to legally change your name. It is convenient to obtain this form at the time you apply for your Las Vegas Marriage License.
	Certified Abstract of Marriage Certificate This is the most frequently requested document to serve as proof of your Las Vegas Marriage. This must be obtained and/or ordered after you Las Vegas Wedding Ceremony.
	Certified Las Vegas Marriage Certificate This document is required when you are dealing with INS (Immigration & Naturalization Service) or Adoption Services and must be obtained after your Las Vegas Wedding Ceremony.
	Apostille This document is for Non-U.S. or Foreign citizens and is accepted as Las Vegas proof of Marriage by most countries and must be obtained after your Las Vegas Wedding Ceremony.

I'm still confused. So which forms do I need? Everybody (U.S. and foreign citizens) will need the first 3 forms.

Las Vegas Marriage License
Certified Las Vegas Marriage License
Certified Abstract of Marriage Certificate

If you are planning to adopt or dealing with INS (Immigration & Naturalization Service) you will need form 4. Certified Las Vegas Marriage Certificate.

Non-U.S. or foreign citizens will most likely need to obtain form 5. Apostille. However, we suggest you check with your local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure the marriage will be recognized in their country.

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How to get a Las Vegas Marriage License | Las Vegas Marriage License Requirements

1. Fill out the Las Vegas Marriage License Application Form.
Both parties (you and your fiancé) are required to fill out a Marriage License application form. Application forms are available below, but both parties must apply in person. Select Las Vegas Marriage Application Form language. English | French | Spanish | Italian | German | Japanese

To complete this form you will need to know your Social Security number. It is recognized that non-U.S. citizens will not have a social security number.

2. You and your fiancé apply in person for a Las Vegas Marriage License.
Marriage Licenses are issued across the street from Vegas Weddings World-Class Wedding Chapel at the Clark County Marriage License Bureau. The Marriage License Bureau is located on the ground floor of the Regional Justice Center. The address is:

Clark County Marriage License Bureau
201 E. Clark Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(Northwest corner of 3rd Street and Clark)

The Marriage License Bureau hours of operation are 8AM – midnight every day of the year, including Holidays. Applicants are asked to bring $55.00 cash (checks and credit cards are not accepted) and photo-identification (acceptable forms listed below.) No other paperwork is necessary.

Valid Identification -Any of the following may be used:

Valid Driver's License
U.S. or foreign country issued I.D. card showing your photo and birthdate
Passport
Military Identification
Resident Alien Card

There is no waiting period or blood testing required to get a Las Vegas Marriage License. Again, no other paperwork is necessary. Your Las Vegas Marriage License is valid for one year. In other words, you must have a Las Vegas Wedding Ceremony within one year of obtaining the Marriage License. To get married in Las Vegas you must be a Male and a Female no nearer in kinship than second cousins, or cousins-in-law, and not have a living husband or wife.

How old do you have to be to get a Las Vegas Marriage License?
To get married in Las Vegas you must be at least 18 years old. Individuals 16 or 17 years of age, who want to marry must have written parental consent from either their father or mother. This consent can be in person or with a notarized declaration. If you have further questions regarding age requirements, please call the Marriage License Bureau phone number at (702) 671-0600 foradditional information. If you would like further assistance with your Las Vegas Wedding plans or Marriage License assistance please call Vegas Weddings at 702-W-E-D-D-I-N-G (702-933-3464.) We look forward to hearing from you and Congratulations!

Certified Las Vegas Marriage License | Required Name Change Document

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A Certified Las Vegas Marriage License is required to legally change your name. It is best to order this form in person at the time you apply for your Las Vegas Marriage License. If you missed the opportunity to do so Vegas Weddings will obtain and mail the copy to you.

Click here to order your Certified Las Vegas Marriage License or call 702-W-E-D-D-I-N-G (702-933-3464) for more information

Certified Abstract of Marriage Certificate | Proof of Marriage in Las Vegas

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Once you're married your Minister or Officiant is required by law to submit your Marriage Certificate to the to be recorded. Once your Marriage is recorded you may order the required documents to prove you were married in Las Vegas. Due to the high volume of Weddings in Las Vegas this can be a lengthy process. Not to worry, Vegas Weddings provides an expedited service for this required document and will do all the work for you. With this service your Certified Marriage Certificate is typically available to be mailed or picked up within the next business day. This Certified Abstract of Marriage will serve as proof of your Las Vegas Marriage and is required for many legal and business reasons. The document may also be required for the following:

DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles)
Social Security
Employers
Insurance Companies
Banks
Military
INS (Immigration & Naturalization Service)
Religious Organizations
Adoption Procedures
Judicial Procedures
Foreign Governments

Click here to order your legal proof of marriage document or call 702-W-E-D-D-I-N-G (702-933-3464) for more information.

I thought I already had proof, what is the form I left with?
The form you were most likely sent home with is a souvenir copy of your Marriage Certificate. It does not serve any legal purposes and will not be accepted as proof by most institutions. You have to order the legal proof of Marriage document it is not automatically given or sent to you.

Certified Las Vegas Marriage Certificate | Proof of Marriage in Las Vegas

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The Certified Las Vegas Marriage Certificate is required in addition to the Certified Abstract of Marriage Certificate when you will be dealing with Adoption Services or the United States INS (Immigration & Naturalization Service.) These institutions generally keep a copy so it is strongly advised to order more than one copy.

Click here to order your Certified Las Vegas Marriage Certificate
or call 702-W-E-D-D-I-N-G (702-933-3464) for more information.

Apostille (for Non-U.S. or Foreign Citizens) | Proof of Marriage in Las Vegas

Already Married? Click here to order the legal proof of marriage document for your country

An Apostille is produced by the Nevada Secretary of State and requires a Certified Abstract of Marriage Certificate. Many countries require an Apostille for proof of marriage. It is suggested that non-U.S. citizens check with their local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure the marriage will be recognized in their country.

Once you're married your Minister or Officiant is required by law to submit your Marriage Certificate to the to be recorded. Once your Marriage is recorded you may order the required documents to prove you were married in Las Vegas. Due to the high volume of Weddings in Las Vegas and the steps required to obtain an Apostille this can be a lengthy process. Not to worry, Vegas Weddings offers a faster, personal service to obtain these documents for you. Click here to order the legal proof of marriage document for your country or call 702-W-E-D-D-I-N-G (702-933-3464) for more information.