Congratulations y'all! I'm so hyped that y'all are getting married!
How do you get married in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
Here's your checklist.
- Fill out a Marriage License Form: Download and complete your application for a marriage license. Get it here.
- Get an Appointment at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office
- Bring a Valid Photo ID(Driver's license, military I.D., or passport.)
- Pay the Fee $30 by cash or credit card. (Note: $2 fee for credit cards).
- Use the License Within 60 Days. The license must be used within 60 days of the date of issue or it will expire.
- Attend the Ceremony
- Sign the Marriage License: Both partners and the officiant must sign the marriage license.
- Congrats, you're officially married!
HOW TO GET A VIRGINIA BEACH MARRIAGE LICENSE
FIRST, YOU'LL NEED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THE CIRCUIT COURT CLERK'S OFFICE IN VIRGINIA BEACH.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Complete a Marriage License Application: Fill out and sign together.
- Valid Photo IDs: Driver's license, military I.D., or passport.
- Fee: $30 (Cash or Credit Card, $2 fee for credit cards).
- Both parties must be present.
Notes:
- Both must be at least 18 years old. If either of you is 16 or 17, you'll need parental consent.
- You do not need a divorce decree if previously married.
Apply at: Virginia Beach Circuit Court Clerk's Office
2425 Nimmo Parkway, Bldg. 10-B, 3rd Floor, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Phone: (757) 385-8822 or (757) 385-8926
GETTING MARRIED IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS:
Courthouse Wedding
Schedule an appointment with the authorized person at the Clerk's Office.
- Bring your marriage license.
- No witnesses needed.
- Fee: $75 (cash only).
Hiring an Officiant
- Obtain your marriage license.
- Hire an ordained minister or religious official to perform the ceremony at your desired location.
NOTES:
- The authorized person will officiate the ceremony.
- No witnesses needed.
- Cameras and phones are not allowed in the building.
GETTING MARRIED WITH AN OFFICIANT
REQUIREMENTS:
- Marriage License: Obtain from the Clerk's Office.
- Officiant: Hire an ordained minister or religious official.
Beach Weddings in Virginia Beach
BEACH WEDDING PERMIT:
- Permit Fee: $200.
- Requirements: For large ceremonies with equipment (tents, chairs, arches).
- Contact: Resort Management office at 757-385-4800 for more details.
Note: A permit is not required for small ceremonies without equipment and fewer than 199 attendees.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE?
If you're coming from out of state, you can apply, get a marriage license, and get married on the same day at the Virginia Beach Circuit Court Clerk's Office.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GET MARRIED AT A VIRGINIA BEACH COURTHOUSE?
$30 for the marriage license and $75 for the ceremony fee at the Clerk's Office.
CAN YOU GET YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE AND GET MARRIED THE SAME DAY IN VIRGINIA BEACH?
Yes, you can get your marriage license and get married on the same day at the Virginia Beach Circuit Court Clerk's Office.
Happy planning!