Alaska Marriage Laws

Alaska State's Marriage Ceremony Officiating Requirements

Any of these minister, rabbi of any church or priest or congregation in the state may perform marriages. Ministers have to provide marriage certificates to the married couple and report the marriage to the Marriage Commissioner.

Information About Alaska Marriage License Law

The Alaska marriage license is valid for 90 days anywhere in Alaska. Following are some rules and requirements for Alaska marriage license as per Alaska marriage laws.

Residency Requirement: It is not at all necessary to be resident of Alaska.

Identification Requirement: Any picture ID may be a driving license is required. If the application is faxed or mailed, then it should contain a Notary Public witness.

If Previously Married: If one getting married before 60 days from divorce, decree certified copy is necessary to be with applicant.

Marriage Fees Required in Alaska: $25.

Any Other Test Required in Alaska: Blood or other medical tests are not required.

Wait Period in Alaska: It take totally 3 business days.

Covenant Marriages in Alaska: No.

Cousin Marriage in Alaska: Yes.

Proxy Marriages in Alaska: No.

Marriage for Same-Sex Option in Alaska: No.

Common Law Marriage Option in Alaska: No.

Under 18 Marriages: In case of underage marriages, birth certified copy is must as well as both parents must be present with the proper identification, or in case if the person have legal guardian, they also must be present with a legal court order and the proper identification.

About Marriage Certificate Copy:

it's better if you confirm the information with the Alaska county clerk or the local marriage license office before finalizing the marriage plans.