Apply For A Providence Marriage License
Where do we apply for a marriage license in Providence, Rhode Island?
If you are both residents of Rhode Island, you should apply for your marriage license in the city where the bride resides. If the bride is not a resident of Rhode Island but the groom is, you can apply for a marriage license in the city where the groom resides. If you are both from out of state, you need to apply for a marriage license in the city where you plan to have your wedding ceremony. You can find a link to the Rhode Island Department of Health Marriage Worksheet online at Providence Marriage License.
Where can we find the Providence City Clerk’s office?
You can find the Providence City Clerk’s office at Providence City Hall, located at 25 Dorrance Street, Providence, Rhode Island. Make sure you go together to apply for your marriage license. You can find directions to Providence City Hall at Providence Marriage License.
How do we qualify for a marriage license in Providence, Rhode Island?
You qualify for a marriage license in Providence if you are both single and at least 18 years old. The Providence City Clerk’s office requires that you present a certified copy of your birth certificates as well as photo I.D. If the bride is 16 or 17 years old, she will need a special permit to apply for a marriage license. Female applicants under 16 years old and male applicants under 18 years old must have Family Court approval to apply for a marriage license.
What additional documentation is required of applicants that have been married previously?
If an applicant has been divorced, he or she must present the final divorce decree at the Providence City Clerk’s office. If an applicant has been widowed, he or she must present the death certificate.
When will the marriage license be valid in Providence, Rhode Island?
The marriage license will be valid in Providence immediately and will continue to be valid for a period of three months.
Are there any physical examinations required for us to apply for a marriage license in Providence, Rhode Island?
No. There are no physical examinations such as blood tests required for you to apply for a marriage license in Providence, Rhode Island.
How much will our marriage license cost in Providence, Rhode Island?
Your marriage license in Providence will cost a fee of $24.00. You must pay this fee in full at the time that you submit your marriage license application.
Who can perform our wedding ceremony in Providence, Rhode Island?
You can ask anyone authorized to perform wedding ceremonies, such as an ordained member of religious clergy, to perform your wedding ceremony in Providence, Rhode Island.
Where do we get our marriage certificate in Providence, Rhode Island?
After your wedding ceremony, you can order a certified copy of the marriage certificate from the Providence City Clerk’s office. You can find a marriage certificate request form online at Providence Marriage License. The cost is $20.00 for the first certified copy and $15.00 for each additional copy ordered the same day.
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