VERMONT MARRIAGE LICENSE 

Officiant Carmen George

People don't get married every day, so it's normal to have questions. I hope you find this page helpful.

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WHERE DO I PURCHASE A MARRIAGE LICENSE?

At any city clerk in the state of Vermont.

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WHAT INFORMATION DOES THE CLERK NEED?

Everything on this form plus identification.

VT MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION 

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DO WE NEED AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE CLERK?

I recommend that you make one. Some towns require it and others do not. Call and ask them.

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Burlington does require an appointment for the purchase of a marriage license. Make an appointment on their website. 

Select a Date & Time - Calendly

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WHAT IDENTIFICATIONS DO CLERKS ACCEPT?

Any of the following valid forms of identification:

• Passport

• Driver's License

• Birth Certificate
   

WHAT IF THE CLERK ASKS FOR YOUR ADDRESS?

7 Brandywine Street

Burlington, Vermont 05408
 

Phone: 802.829.8111
Title: Justice of the Peace 

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DO WE NEED A WITNESS?

No

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IS THERE A WAITING PERIOD?

No

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HOW MUCH DOES A MARRIAGE LICENSE COST?

$80 for license and $10 for mailing you a copy.

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DO BOTH OF US HAVE TO GO PICK UP THE LICENSE

No, one person can pick it up.

 

WHAT IF I WAS MARRIED BEFORE?

If your marriage ended because of divorce, you need the date your divorce was finalized.
 

If your spouse died, you would need a copy of their death certificate. 

WHAT IS THE MINIUM AGE TO MARRY IN VERMONT?

18 

WHAT IF I AM FROM A COUNTRY THAT REQUIRES AN APOSTITLE OF MY MARRIAGE LICENSE?

Visit the Vermont Secretary of State's Website. 

Apostille or Authentication (vermont.gov)

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DO YOU DO VOW RENEWALS AND COMMITMENT CEREMONIES?

Yes, I offer non-legal ceremonies. 

HOW DO I CHANGE MY LAST NAME?

Follow the directions on this page on the Department of Social Security page. That is the first step.
Name Changes | Vermont Judiciary

WHAT NEXT?

Purchase your marriage license 60 or fewer days before your wedding. Give me your license when I arrive at your wedding. I cannot marry you legally without your license. If you don't have a marriage license, I can officiate a commitment ceremony.


CARMEN GEORGE WEDDINGS'
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

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