What steps do you need to take in order to get a marriage certificate if you are planning to elope?

Question

My fiance and I have recently decided to forget about a huge ceremony right now, and to go away in March. We are from Springfield, MO. But, I read that there is a waiting period in Missouri, and you need to apply for a liscense a month in advance. So, we were planning on going to Eureka Springs, Arkansas to get married. Can we just get in the car and go, or what do we need to do first?

Answer 1

You go to the county courthouse where you plan to marry and you fill out some paperwork, pay a fee, and get your license. You should call ahead and ask how much the fee is and what types of I.D. to bring...probably your Birth Cert and a Photo ID, but it's always best to be over prepared than under. Congrats! and Good Luck.

P.S.- I believe that Eureka is in Carroll County.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

These are just guidelines. Call the county in which you plan to be married. Not only do the rules differ from state to atate, the differ from county to county.

http://arkansas.usmarriagelaws.com/

http://marriage.about.com/cs/marriagelicenses/p/arkansas.htm

Good luck!

If you want to drive to Ohio, there's no waiting. I'll marry you. I'm about 8-10 hours away.

For a Butler County Marriage License
Butler County Courthouse --101 High Street-- downtown Hamilton
Hours are 8am-4pm , Mon-Fri, closed holidays.
Phone [phone]
If you are under 17 call [phone] for application info.

** Both must apply in person.
** Each needs a picture ID. This can be a State ID, a valid
driver's license, a passport, or a visa.
** Cost: $40 cash only
** No waiting period-- license issued immediately
** License good for 60 days
** No blood test or physical exam required

** If divorced, the divorce decree must be brought at the time of
applying. In the case of multiple divorces, the last decree is all
that's needed.

** Widow (er) does not need spouse's death certificate.

If you are an Ohio resident, you must apply in the county in
which you reside. This allows you to be married anywhere in
Ohio.
** If you are not an Ohio resident, you must apply to the county
in which you plan to be married.
** You must have two (2) witnesses, 21 or older, for the marriage

Answer 4

In state of Missouri, you must apply for the certificate at least 3 days prior to your wedding. The license is valid for 30 days from the issue date in the State of Missouri. So in essence you can apply for your marriage certificate anywhere as little as 3 days prior to your wedding or up to 30 days prior to your
wedding.

In the State of Arkansas, there is no waiting period. A license may be used immediately or within the 60 days time limit.

Answer 5

You need a marriage certificate from Arkansas. Stop by the county clerks office and pick one up. It generally takes 15 minutes, but I live in Nevada where people get married in a hurry- even at drive-thru chapels.

Answer 6

There are usually waiting periods, but it's usually days not months in duration. You will probably need one or more documents to prove your identity and age. Be sure to understand any agreements between AR and MO regarding recognizing marriage contracts.

Marriages are typically recorded at the county courthouse, so be sure that it's open at the time you intend to arrive.
I live in TX, so check it out for yourself.

Answer 7

Check online at http://usmarriagelaws.com/search/united_states/arkansas/index.shtml

You should find all the information you need there.

Answer 8

Why dont you just go to the court house where your at, fill out the paper work, get married and then go away somewhere.