Getting Your Hawaiian Marriage License the Quick and Easy Way

Want to know how the best and most romantic Hawaii beach weddings are held? However, before that, you must know how to obtain first a Hawaii marriage license before you can hold your very own romantic Hawaii beach wedding. Here is a simple list of requirements that you must fulfil in order to get a marriage license in Hawaii.

Eligibility

To be eligible under the Hawaiian marriage laws one must:

Provide proof of age. If you are 18 years and below, bring a certified true copy of your birth certificate. For19 years and older, provide two valid forms of I.D. such as passport or driver's license.

Provide information on previous marriage. If you are divorced, provide the original divorce decree. If your previous spouse is dead, a death certificate is required.

However, it is important to note that the marrying couple need not be a resident of Hawaii or a U.S. citizen to be married but must be at least 18 years old. On the other hand, those who are 16 or 17 years of age who still wish to marry must submit parental consent forms showing consent from a parent or legal guardian.

Application

Processing of application must be done in person by the marrying couple:
Download and complete the Hawaii marriage license application form from the government website.

Make a personal appearance at the marriage license agent's office. For couples who wish to tie the knot in Honolulu, the main location is in the Health Department Building. However, there are also other marriage license agents located in Maui, Kauai and Big Island. Bring with you the necessary documents such as valid I.D.s,     consent forms, proof of age and if previously married, death certificate or original divorce decree. Submit the completed marriage license application and pay a marriage license fee of $60.00 in cash at the time of the application.

Issuance of approved application is usually simple, straightforward and fast. Wait for the marriage license to be issued on the spot.

Validity

Applying for a Hawaii marriage license must be done at least one month before the actual wedding ceremony takes place because:
A marriage license is only valid up to 30 days including the day of issuance. After that it becomes null and void. It is valid and honoured throughout the state of Hawaii, but only in Hawaii.

Additional Information

Same sex marriages are allowed in Hawaii. Cousin marriages are also allowed, if the blood relationship between the marrying couple is not any closer than first cousins. Proxy marriages are not allowed in Hawaii. Blood tests are not required by the law

Planning romantic Hawaii beach weddings is relatively simple; you can search the web for information and download all the necessary requirements. Plan and make sure that everything is in order. The wedding itself may be simple and plain or you may encounter problems along the way but the important thing is you are in it together. Always remember that marriage is a long time journey that requires the strength and love of two people.