How to Get Married in Utah
Utah is a perfect place to get married. An encouraging cultural environment familiar with all types of ceremonies and abundant venues, services, and resources make wedding planning efficient for couples. Ensure you don't miss a thing by following this guide on how to get married in Utah.
Locate Your County Clerk's Office
Sorting out logistics can be as fun as other flashy aspects of wedding planning. Sourcing your marriage license is an important step in the process. Get your marriage license at a county clerk's office. Utah has many located in each of the state's 29 counties. Here are some key locations:
Salt Lake County: 2001 S State St, Suite S1100, Salt Lake City
Utah County: 100 E Center St, Suite 2400, Provo
Davis County: 61 S Main St, Farmington
Weber County: 2380 Washington Blvd, Suite 140, Ogden
Box Elder County: 01 S Main St, Brigham City
Tooele County: 47 S Main St, Tooele
Cache County: 179 N Main St, Logan
Iron County: 68 S 100 E, Parowan
For a complete list of all Utah county clerk offices, visit the Utah State Association of County Clerks’ website. Each office handles various duties, including elections, vital records, and business licenses, providing essential services to residents.
Submit a Marriage License Application
You and your fiancé(e) will need to apply for your marriage license. You can do so at your county clerk's office or file an online application at the official website. Plan your application time no more than 30 days before the wedding day.
Complete the application form with the required details, such as names, ages, addresses, and identification information. Proofread for accuracy to prevent delays. Note the license fee and prepare forms of payment.
Also, prepare necessary documents, including proofs of identification, birth certificates, or divorce decrees if applicable. Submit your application fee through the provided payment options, ensuring your payment method is accepted.
Review all information for accuracy and submit the application. You should receive a confirmation email with further instructions. Keep track of your application status through the website or contact the relevant office. Always check the specific requirements for your region, as they may vary.
Plan Your Marriage Ceremony
Once you have completed your application, the clerk will issue the marriage license, typically valid for 30 days. There’s no waiting period in Utah, so couples can marry immediately. Of course, if you want to have a ceremony, you'll need to plan it. Break it down into sections for maximum efficiency.
Make Your Guest List
Your guest list will impact your budget, activities, venue, food, and interpersonal environment of the day. Smaller weddings offer intimate moments to be cherished by the most important people to you, but large gatherings can add a glamorous, fun touch that shares the love with all. Come to a decision with your partner according to your budget and priorities.
Choose a Venue
Utah is famous for church weddings, which offer familiar spaces and accessible options for little to no cost. Transform your gym or cultural hall into a beautiful wedding or reception space with lighting, draperies, and floor services from Mountain Event Rentals.
Backyard weddings, event spaces, and parks offer unique options for your perfect day. Factor in rental spaces, fees for equipment or lighting, weather, and availability as you settle into your ideal venue. Mountain Event Rentals can also point you in many directions to find the right venue in Utah County, Salt Lake County, Weber County, and other picturesque Utah wedding spaces.
Use Event Rentals
Rental companies can ease the burden of sourcing the big-ticket items on your ever-growing wedding to-do list. Mountain Event Rentals offers plenty of options for renting tables and chairs, wedding tents, dance floors, and more so you can host your event with ease, comfort, and beauty.
Select Your Authorized Officiant
Individuals qualified to solemnize a marriage typically include religious leaders authorized by their respective faiths or religious denominations. Judges and magistrates, including justices of the peace, are often empowered to officiate weddings. Certain public officials, such as mayors, also have the authority to solemnize marriages.
Couples may also opt for a personal touch by asking a friend or family member to marry them. The individual will just need to obtain a special license, often through online platforms, allowing them to officiate weddings for a specific duration.
Requirements can vary by state or county, so stay aware of local laws regarding marriage officiants. Confirm that the chosen wedding officiant meets the legal criteria to ensure the marriage is valid.
Use Your Marriage License
Ceremonies are beautiful moments for couples to profess their love and commitment to one another, but don't forget the license in the day's romance! Marriage laws require the license to be presented to the officiant on the wedding day. The officiant will complete the license to create the marriage certificate after the wedding ceremony and return it to the county clerk’s office for recording.
This step is crucial to ensure the marriage is legally recognized. Look it over to obtain the required signatures from the officiant and any necessary witnesses. Request certified copies of the marriage certificate for legal purposes, such as name changes or insurance benefits.
Enjoy Wedded Bliss
Wedding ceremonies are a lot to prepare for, but they're also a time of celebration! Don't forget that you and your future spouse eat or participate in the festivities as you mingle, accept congratulations, dance, or pose for photos. Cherish the quiet moments, breathe in the scents, and remember why you've worked so hard for this day. Happy honeymooning, and best wishes!
