Marriage License Requirementsa beach weddingMarriage License Requirements

Marriage license requirements vary from state to state and country to country - check that you know what will be required of you before you leave home.

Planning a destination wedding? Be sure to check the local laws and marriage license requirements to make sure your marriage is legal.

Click on the name of the location you're interested in, and it will take you to a page with details -- including waiting period, cost, and required documents -- to get married in that state or country.

Marriage License Requirements

United States

Caribbean Islands - Getting married in the Caribbean is very easy, several countries have lessened the required waiting period, and numerous resorts now offer complete destination wedding ceremonies and services.