Vermont Marriage License Information, Laws, Requirements

In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any AL county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.

Cost of License

What is the cost of a marriage license?

The marriage license fee is $20.00 dollars. Accepted forms of payment are cash. Marriage license fees may vary from county to county

Residency Requirements

What are the residency requirments for Vermont?

If both partners are residents you may obtain your license from a Town Clerk of your residence. If only one of you is a resident go to the Town Clerk of that resident. In either circumstance, your license will be valid statewide. If neither partner are residents you must apply for your license in the county where the marriage will take place

Waiting Period

Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?

No, you will receive your license immediately.

Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?

Yes, there is a mandatory 1 day waiting period.

Age Requirement

What is the minimum age a man or woman may marry?

You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.

What if one or both of us is younger than 18?

If either partner is under 18, parental consent forms must be signed. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate.

Blood Tests and Physical Exams

Are blood tests and physical exams required?

No blood test or physical exam is required.

License Expires

How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?

Your license will expire 60 days from the date it is issued.

Divorced and Widowed Applicants

vWhat if one or both partners have been divorced or have had a spouse die?

If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided.

Obtain Vital Records

Where can I obtain a certified copy of a marriage, divorce, or death certificate?

Certified copies of marriage, divorce, or death records can be ordered online.

Miscellaneous Questions

Are proxy marriages legal?

No, marriage by proxy is not allowed.

Are cousin marriages legal?

Yes, cousin marriages are allowed.

Are common law marriages legal?

No, common-law marriages are not allowed.

Are same sex marriages legal?

No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.

County Clerk Address and Phone Number List

Addison Town Clerk

Alburg Town Clerk

Bakersfield Town Clerk

Barnet Town Clerk

Barre County

Barretown Clerk

Barton Town Clerk

Bennington Town Clerk

Berkshire Town Clerk

Bolton Town Clerk

Brandon Town Clerk

Brattleboro Town Clerk

Bristol Town Clerk

Burke Town Clerk

Burlington City Clerk

Cabot City Clerk

Calais Town Clerk

Cambridge Town Clerk

Castleton Town Clerk

Cavendish Town Clerk

Charlotte Town Clerk

Chelsea Town Clerk

Chester Town Clerk

Clarendon Town Clerk

Colchester Town Clerk

Danville Town Clerk

Derby Town Clerk

Dover Town Clerk

Dummerston Town Clerk

Duxbury Town Clerk

East Barre Town Clerk

East Corinth

East Montpelier

East Wallingford

Elmore Town Clerk

Enosburg Town Clerk

Essex Town Clerk

Fair Haven Town Clerk

Fairfax Town Clerk

Fletcher Town Clerk

Franklin Town Clerk

Georgia Town Clerk

Glover Town Clerk

Grand Isle Town Clerk

Graniteville Town Clerk

Groton Town Clerk

Guildhaall Town Clerk

Guilford Town Clerk

Hartland Town Clerk

Highgate Town Clerk

Hinesburg Town Clerk

Hubbardton Town Clerk

Huntington Town Clerk

Hyde Park Town Clerk

Isle La Motte

Jamaica Town Clerk

Jericho Town Clerk

Killington Town Clerk

Londonderry Town Clerk

Ludlow Town Clerk

Manchester Town Clerk

Marshfield Town Clerk

Mendon Town Clerk

Middlebury Town Clerk

Milton Town Clerk

Monkton Town Clerk

Montpelier Town Clerk

Moretown Town Clerk

Morristown Town Clerk

Newfane Town Clerk

Newport City Clerk

North Ferrisburg

North Hero Town Clerk

Northfield Town Clerk

Panton Town Clerk

Pawlet Village Clerk

Peacham Town Clerk

Peru Town Clerk

Pittsfield Town Clerk

Pittsford Town Clerk

Plainfield Town Clerk

Pownal Town Clerk

Proctor Town Clerk

Randolph Town Clerks

Readsboro Town Clerk

Rochester Town Clerk

Rutland Town Clerk

S. Burlington

Sharon Town Clerk

Sheldon Springs

South Hero

St Albans

St George Town Clerk

St Johns Berry Town Clerk

St Johnsbury

Starksboro Town Clerk

Stockbridge

Strafford Town Clerk

Sudbury Town Clerk

Sunderland

Townshend

Tunbridge Town Clerk

Underhill Town Clerk

Vergennes City Clerk

Vernon Town Clerk

Wallingford Town Clerk

Warren Town Clerk

Washington Town Clerk

Waterbury Town Clerk

Weathersfield Town Clerk

Wells Town Clerk

West Fairlee Town Clerk

West Rutland Town Clerk

Westminster Town Clerk

White River Jct

Williamstown

Williston Town Clerk

Wilmington Town Clerk

Windham Town Clerk

Windsor Town Clerk

Winooski Town Clerk

Witingham Town Clerk

Woodbury Town Clerk

Woodstock Town Clerk