West Virginia Marriage Laws

West Virginia State's Marriage Ceremony Officiating Requirements

Identification Requirement: You must show your drive's license, passport, or state ID as a proof. In addition, you must know about your parent's full names, states where they born.

Residency Requirement: Not necessary to be resident of West Virginia. You must apply in the country where you live.

If Previously Married: Most countries will require a written proof or documentation to prove a divorce or death.

Covenant Marriages: No.

Wait Period: No.

Marriage Fees Required: $36 approximately. Fee may vary from county to county. Cash only.

Any Other Test Required: No.

Proxy Marriages: No.

Cousin Marriages: No.

Common Law Marriage Options: No.

Marriage for Same-Sex Option: No.

Under 18 Marriages: For getting marriage under the age of 18 years, you must require the consent of parent or guardian. A 30mdays waiting period is needed after applying for the marriage license.

Marriage Officiants: Any authorized person who has received rights to perform marriages in the state of West Virginia. The court in each city and country has appointed people who are valid or eligible to perform marriages.

Marriage License Validity: 60 days.

About Marriage Certificate Copy:

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