Nevada Marriage Laws

Nevada State's Marriage Ceremony Officiating Requirements

Identification Requirement: You have to show valid picture identification such as your driving license, ID from DMV, passport card, resident alien card, military ID, or certified copy of your birth certificate. For foreign birth certificate, it is required to translate it into English and notarized. You should know your social security number.

Residency Requirement: Not needed to be resident of Nevada.

If Previously Married: The divorce must be final and you must know the date, and place where you were divorced.

Covenant Marriages: None.

Wait Period in Nevada: No waiting period.

Marriage Fees Required in Nevada: Approximately $35 to $65. Only cash is allowed but some counties may accept a local check.

Any Other Test Required: No blood tests required.

Proxy Marriagess: Not allowed in Nevada. Presence of both party is must.

Common Law Marriage Options: Not in Nevada.

Marriage for Same-Sex Options: Not allowed.

Under 18 Marriages: For individuals between 16 and 17, they must have parent or legal guardian presence. A notarized permission written in English is required. It includes the name, date of birth, age, and the relationship of the person giving consent.

Marriage Officiants: Any ordained or licensed clergymen, who have obtained a certificate to perform marriages.

There are same rules and requirements for U.S. citizens and Non U.S. citizens. The license validity period is one year from the date it is issued.

About Marriage Certificate Copy:

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