Cumberland County, Maine

Marriage license in Cumberland County, Maine

Cumberland County issues marriage licenses through the Municipal Clerk (town or city) at the Portland office, under Maine law (Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 19-A, §§ 651 et seq.).

Cumberland County marriage license requirements

County seat
Portland
Issued by
Municipal Clerk (town or city)
License fee
$40
Waiting period
None
Validity
90 days
Minimum age
18
Witnesses required
2
ID
Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
Statute
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 19-A, §§ 651 et seq.

Verify exact fees at the Cumberland County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.maine.gov.

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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Cumberland County Clerk.