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How to Get Married in Montgomery, Alabama


Here’s your checklist:


  1. Complete the Alabama Marriage Certificate form.
  2. To get the form notarized, both parties must be in the presence of a notary public authorized in Alabama.
  3. Submit the form to the Montgomery Probate Court within 30 days of signing it.
  4. Pay the Filing FeeThe filing fee in Montgomery is $78.50. Payment options include cash, check, money order, or credit card.


Congratulations, you're MARRIED! 🎉


Optional: Plan Your Ceremony While a ceremony is not required, you can still have one at your chosen location.

Getting Married in Montgomery, Alabama


No Marriage License Required:


• As of August 29, 2019, Alabama no longer requires a marriage license. The Alabama Marriage Certificate form, once completed and recorded, is sufficient to legally marry.


Optional Wedding Ceremony:


• Montgomery offers the option to have your wedding ceremony at the courthouse, but this is not required for your marriage to be legally recognized. If you prefer, you can have your ceremony at a location of your choice with an officiant.

Where to File Your Montgomery Marriage Certificate


Location:

Montgomery County Probate Court

101 S. Lawrence Street, 2nd Floor

Montgomery, AL 36104


Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Contact: (334) 832-1235


Important Notes:


• The completed and notarized marriage certificate form must be submitted within 30 days of signing.

• If you choose to have a courthouse ceremony, it is available by appointment only on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons.

Frequently Asked Questions


CAN WE GET MARRIED ON THE SAME DAY WE SUBMIT OUR MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE?

Yes, once your completed and notarized marriage certificate form is recorded by the probate court, your marriage is legally recognized.


WHAT IS THE COST OF FILING A MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE IN MONTGOMERY?

The cost is $78.50. Additional certified copies of your marriage certificate can be obtained for a small fee.


CAN WE GET OUR MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE NOTARIZED OUTSIDE ALABAMA?

No, the notary must be authorized under Alabama law. Notaries from other states or the U.S. Department of State are not accepted.


WHAT SHOULD WE DO AFTER THE CEREMONY?

If you had a ceremony, remember that it’s the recorded marriage certificate that makes your marriage official. Ensure the notarized certificate is submitted to the probate court on time.


CAN I CHANGE MY NAME AFTER MARRIAGE?

Yes, after your marriage certificate is recorded, you can use it to update your name with the Social Security Administration, DMV, and other relevant agencies.

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