Oregon Marriage Laws

Oregon State's Marriage Ceremony Officiating Requirements

Residency and Identification Requirement in Oregon: You do not have to be resident of Oregon. You need to show a driving license or some sort of ID card.

If Previously Married: The date of final divorce decree is necessary on the marriage license application.

Premarital Education in Oregon: It is depends on the community. But some countries in Oregon do need premarital education.

Wait Period in Oregon: 3 days waiting period.

Marriage Fees Required in Oregon: Approximately $50 to $60 and cash is required in most counties.

Marriage for Same-Sex Option: No.

Under 18 Marriages: If you are under the age of 17 years, you can't get married in Oregon. They need parental consent.

Cousin Marriage: Not allowed.

Common Law Marriage Option: Not allowed.

Proxy Marriages: Not allowed.

Marriage Ceremony Officiants: Judges, County Clerks or their Deputies, Justices of Peace, and ministers, pastors, priests, rabbis may perform wedding ceremonies in Oregon.

Witnesses: 2 witnesses who completed at least 18 years of age are needed at the wedding ceremony.

License Validation: 60 days.

About Marriage Certificate Copy:

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