Maine Marriage License Requirements
Below is the information on what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the marriage laws before filling out the marriage license forms.
In order to get married, you need to apply and receive a marriage license. This is the document that allows you to officially be married under the law. Always check with your city's marriage bureau at your clerk of court's office to find out what your local rules are.
Licenses are usually not valid for more than 30 days so you'll typically need to apply for your marriage license within one month of your wedding ceremony. You need to submit your birth certificates, tax information, and other official documents.
When you apply for your license, you'll not only need a proof of identification and age, will need to provide any information about previous marriages, and will need to pay a nominal fee. You will also need to have a witness when you sign the application, so plan on bringing your maid of honor or best man with you. The bride will need to know what her married name will be before she signs the marriage certificate. You'll have to write that name on the application.
IMPORTANT: You are not officially married when you receive a marriage license. You need to have a justice of the peace or a religious clergyman sign the document. On your wedding day, you'll give your officiant your marriage license, then after the ceremony, he'll sign it and send it to the proper government agency for validation.
ID Requirement: Picture ID such as a driver's license. If application is mailed or faxed in, it must be witnessed by a Notary Public.
Residency Requirement: Do not have to be a resident of Maine.
Waiting Period: 3 days.
If Divorced: If divorced within the last 60 days, a certified copy of the divorce decree is needed.
Fees: Cash Only! $25
Other Tests: No tests
Under 18: Need certified copy of birth certificate, both parents must be present with identification, or if you have a legal guardian they must be present with a court order and identification.
Officiants: The minister, priest or rabbi of any church or congregation in the state may perform marriages. Ministers must provide marriage certificates to the couple married and report the marriage to the Marriage Commissioner.
Valid: License is valid for 90 days anywhere in Maine.
The license can only be used within the State of Maine.
IMPORTANT: State and county marriage license requirements can change so make sure you check with your local town clerk. This information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice. It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any plans.
Auburn City Offices
45 Spring St
Auburn, ME 04210
207-786-2421
Augusta City Clerk
16 Cony St
Augusta, ME 04330
207-626-2310
Bangor City Clerk
73 Harlow St
Bangor, ME 04401
207-945-4400
Bath City Clerk
55 Front St
Bath, ME 04530
207-443-8332
Belfast City Clerk
131 Church St
Belfast, ME 04915
207-338-3370
Ellsworth City Clerk
60 State St
Ellsworth, ME 04605
207-667-2563
Farmington Town Clerk
147 Main St
Farmington, ME 04938
207-778-6539
Fort Kent Town Office
111 W Main St
Fort Kent, ME 04743
207-834-3090
Houlton Town Adm
21 Water St
Houlten, ME 04730
207-532-7111
Machias Town Clerk
70 Court St
Machias, ME 04654
207-255-8683
Paris Town Clerk
33 Market Square
South Paris, ME 04281
207-734-2501
Portland City Clerk
389 Congress St
Portland, ME 04112
207-847-8300
Rockland City Clerk
143 Rankin St
Rockland, ME 04841
207-594-0304
Skowhegan Town Clerk
90 Water St
Skowhegan, ME 04976
207-474-6902
Wiscasset Town Clerk
Bath Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578
207-882-8205