U.S. Waiting Times After A Divorce

Marriage License Laws

If you are thinking of getting married right after being divorced, you need to know the waiting times that some states require before allowing you to get remarried. Here are the waiting time requirements after being divorced. This is only for U.S. marriage licenses. Make sure you check with your local marriage license office or county clerk to make sure that state requirements haven't changed.

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Rhode Island: None

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South Carolina: No restrictions after a divorce. For all couples who apply for a marriage license, 24 hours

South Dakota: None

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Tennessee: None

Texas: Thirty (30) day waiting period. For all couples who apply for a marriage license, 72 hours

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Utah: None

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Vermont: None

Virginia: None

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Washington: No restrictions after a divorce. For all couples who apply for a marriage license, three (3) days

West Virginia: None

Wisconsin: Six months after a divorce. For all couples who apply for a marriage license, six (6) days

Wyoming: None

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Please Note:

The above information is for guidance only. It is important that you verify all information before making any wedding or travel plans.

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