Wedding FAQs
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Someone who is legally authorized to preside over/perform a couple’s wedding ceremony.
Some weddings are planned up to a year in advance. some are planned in a few months or a few weeks, while others are only a couple of days or on the spot. As soon as you and your fiancée have chosen a date, that would be the time to book the Officiant.
Absolutely! We are absolutely happy to join anyone that wants to celebrate their love by getting married!
Of course! We can customize the ceremony in any way you like. I’m here to help!
Last-minute requests are fine
Every type of couple from purely civil to religious and everything in between including nondenominational, interfaith, same-sex, commitment and multicultural.
We do not ever include a “Tip” or Gratuity” in our ceremony services as some may do. Offering a “Tip” or “Gratuity” for job well done is at your complete discretion, but is always appreciated.
We do both!
ID Requirements:
In Texas, you will need one valid form of ID such as driver’s license, certified copy of your birth certificate, U.S. Passport, military ID, and your Social Security number.
Residency Requirements:
Neither one of you have to be a resident of Texas. Pre-marital Education: Is not required in the state of Texas.
Waiting Period in Texas:
There is a 72 hours (3 days) waiting period in Texas. This can be waived for active duty military with your military ID.
Expiration Period:
Do not obtain the license more than 90 days before the wedding. The license will expire on day 91 of the issuance. We recommend getting it 2-3 weeks before the ceremony.
Blood Test:
Not required in the State of Texas.
Fee:
Approximately $74.00 fees (price may vary by county) Your license is good in any county in Texas but can only be used in Texas.
No witnesses are required at the wedding.
Please read the guidelines for your particular county:
Harris County Clerk’s Office www.cclerk.hctx.net
Brazoria County Clerk’s Office www.brazoriacountyclerk.net
Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office www.fortbendcountytx.gov
Galveston County Clerk’s Office www.galvestoncountytx.gov
Liberty County Clerk’s Office www.co.liberty.tx.us
Montgomery County Clerk’s Office www.mctx.org
Waller County Clerk’s Office www.co.waller.tx.us/page/homepageww2.co.waller.tx.us
Brazos County Clerk’s Office www.brazoscountytx.gov
Bexar County Clerk’s Office https://gov.kofiletech.us/TX-Bexar/Marriage.aspx
Chambers County Clerk’s Office www.co.chambers.tx.us
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