Vermont marriage license guide
How to get a marriage license in Vermont
Vermont charges $80 through any town or city clerk with no waiting period; the license is valid for 60 days. At least one applicant must sign in front of the clerk. Witnesses are not statutorily required for the ceremony itself, though Vermont recognizes the unique 'civil marriage by self-uniting' option. Vermont does not recognize common-law marriage.
Vermont marriage license at a glance
- Issued by
- Town or City Clerk
- License fee
- $80
- Waiting period
- None (issued same day)
- Validity
- 60 days from issuance
- Minimum age
- 18 (without parental consent)
- Witnesses required
- None
- ID requirement
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Blood test?
- No (not required in any US state)
- Common-law marriage?
- Not recognized
- Statute
- Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 18, §§ 5131 et seq.
Source: www.healthvermont.gov. Fees vary by county within Vermont — check with the local clerk before applying.
Vermont counties — where to apply
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with your local county clerk before applying.