Maine Marriage License Information, Laws, Requirements
In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any ME county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.
Cost of License
What is the cost of a marriage license?
The marriage license fee is $20.00 dollars.
Residency Requirements
What are the residency requirements for Maine?
None. You do not have to be a previous or current resident of Maine to obtain a marriage license that is valid statewide.
Waiting Period
Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?
Yes, there is a mandatory 3 day waiting period. In most states, the waiting period does not include Saturdays, Sundays or holidays. In some instances, the day the application is filed is not included within the waiting period.
Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?
No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.
Age Requirement
What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?
You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.
What if one or both of us is younger than 18?
If either partner is under 18, parental consent forms must be signed. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you can not marry without a court order.
Blood Tests and Physical Exams
Are blood tests and physical exams required?
No blood test or physical exam is required.
License Expires
How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?
Your license will expire 90 days from the date it is issued.
Divorced and Widowed Applicants
What if one or both partners have been divorced or have had a spouse die?
If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate. A copy of your divorce records or spouse's death certificate can be ordered online.
How Do I Legally Change My Name?
What's the process of legally changing my last name after marriage?
Following your wedding ceremony, you will receive a marriage certificate, which is a piece of paper proving that you are legally married. This certificate will serve as evidence of your marriage, which you'll need when you begin the process of notifying several goverment agencies about your name change, as well as any non-government institutions that you do business with (ie, banks, employers, credit cards, memberships, etc).
We have created a legal name change kit that you can use and complete before or after your marriage takes place. Completing all the necessary name change documentation prior to your wedding can be considerably convenient.
Miscellaneous Questions
Are proxy marriages legal?
No, marriage by proxy is not allowed.
Are cousin marriages legal?
Yes, cousin marriages are allowed.
Are common law marriages legal?
No, common-law marriages are not allowed.
Are same sex marriages legal?
No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.
County Clerk Address and Phone Number List
Auburn City Offices45 Spring St
Auburn, ME 04210
207-786-2421
Map Augusta City Clerk
16 Cony St
Augusta, ME 04330
207-626-2310
Map Bangor City Clerk
73 Harlow St
Bangor, ME 04401
207-945-4400
Map Bath City Clerk
55 Front St
Bath, ME 04530
207-443-8332
Map Belfast City Clerk
131 Church St
Belfast, ME 04915
207-338-3370
Map Ellsworth City Clerk
60 State St
Ellsworth, ME 04605
207-667-2563
Map Farmington Town Clerk
147 Main St
Farmington, ME 04938
207-778-6539
Map Ft Kent Town Office
111 W Main St
Fort Kent, ME 04743
207-834-3090
Map Houlton Town Adm
21 Water St
Houlten, ME 04730
207-532-7111
Map Machias Town Clerk
70 Court St
Machias, ME 04654
207-255-8683
Map Paris Town Clerk
33 Market Square
South Paris, ME 04281
207-734-2501
Map Portland City Clerk
389 Congress St
Portland, ME 04112
207-847-8300
Map Rockland City Clerk
143 Rankin St
Rockland, ME 04841
207-594-0304
Map Skowhegan Town Clerk
90 Water St
Skowhegan, ME 04976
207-474-6902
Map Wiscasset Town Clerk
Bath Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578
207-882-8205
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