Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Montana marriage license. We recommend getting this legal aspect of your wedding out of the way about a month before your wedding date.
Congratulations and much happiness as you begin your lifetime journey together!
Residency Requirement:
You do not have to be a resident of Montana.ID Requirement:
Certified copy of birth certificate or driver's license. Social Security numbers are required on the application.If you've been married before, you will need to show a certified copy of your divorce decree.
Montana does not have a waiting period unless you are under the age of 18.
It will cost you approximately $58.00 to get married in Montana - cash only. Don't leave home with out it!
In Montana, the bride is required to take a blood test for rubella unless she is over 50 years old.
Same Sex Marriages:
No. In November, 2004, voters passed a constitutional amendment banning same sex marriage.
Under 18:
If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have the consent of both parents unless only one parent has legal custody of you. Proof of age must be in the form of a certified copy of your birth certificate. Both of you, as a couple, will also have to attend at least two counseling sessions that are at least 10 days apart. This has to be done with a designated counselor who will then have to provide a letter that states the names of the couple, their ages, the dates of the counseling sessions, and what the counselor thinks about their possible marriage. Then judicial consent signed by a district court judge must be given for the Clerk of court's office to issue a marriage license. No one 15 years of age or younger may marry in Montana.
Officiants:
Any ordained or licensed clergymen, mayor, city judge, tribal judge, and justices of the peace.
Miscellaneous:
License is valid for 180 days.
Copy of Certificate of Marriage:
Department of Health and Human ServicesVital Statistics Bureau
111 N. Sanders, Room 205
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 444-4228
PLEASE NOTE:
State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.
