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Marriage license Laws in the state of Rhode Island, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Rhode Island marriage laws before applying for the Rhode Island marriage license or civil union license application.


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Marriage License in Rhode Island

Much of the information below is state law, however this information can change from county to county. We recommend contacting your County Clerk's Office before applying for your marriage license.

ID Requirement:

Proof of birth facts should be supplied, preferably in the form of certified copies of both the bride and groom's birth certificates. For persons born outside the United States who cannot obtain a birth record, a passport or alien
card is acceptable.

Residency Requirement:

No. However, the marriage license must be obtained from the City or Town Clerk of the bride's residence, if the bride is a Rhode Island resident. If the bride is not a resident of Rhode Island, but the groom is, the license must be obtained from the City or Town Clerk of the groom's residence. In either case, the marriage license is valid in any city or town in Rhode Island and the couple may be married anywhere in Rhode Island.

If neither the bride nor the groom is a resident of Rhode Island, the marriage license must be obtained at the City or Town Clerk's Office where the ceremony is to take place. This is because Rhode Island law states that the marriage license is valid only in the city or town in which it was issued. If the marriage ceremony is performed in a city or town other than the city or town of issuance, the validity of the marriage record may be in question. Item 15c on the marriage license lists the location where the marriage license is valid.

If Previously Married:

Application Requirement:

Both the bride and groom, personally, must sign the marriage license in the presence of the City or Town Clerk or his/her assistant, attesting to the truth of the information listed thereon. No information on the marriage license may be changed by the bride or groom after the marriage license is issued. If any information is in error, the bride or groom should contact the state registrar after the marriage record has been filed.

Fees:

$24 - Cash Only.

Waiting Period:

No waiting period in Rhode Island.

Blood Tests:

No test.

Under 18:

A Minor's Permit to marry (VS 10) must be completed if a female applicant is 16 or 17 years of age. The permit must be signed and notarized in the presence of the City or Town Clerk or any clerk employed in that office. If this is not possible, contact the State Office of Vital Records for instructions.

Solemnization of Marriage:

The solemnization of marriage shall be in the presence of at least two witnesses (who have reached the age of majority), in addition to the officiant at the marriage.

Proxy Marriages:

No. Both parties must be present.

Common Law Marriage:

No.

Cousin Marriage:

Yes. A man can not marry his aunt, but can marry his cousin. A woman, by the way, may marry her uncle providing she is Jewish.

Officiants:

Everyone who has been, or is, the minister of any society professing to meet for religious purposes, or incorporated for the promotion of such purposes, and holding stated and regular services, and who has been ordained according to the customs and usages of such society may perform marriages.

Ministers must obtain a license from the city or town clerk before performing marriages. Ministers must endorse and return the marriage license to the town or city clerk in which the marriage was performed.

Valid:

License is valid for 90 days.
The license can only be used within the State of Rhode Island.


Copy of Certificate of Marriage:

Division of Vital Records
Rhode Island Department of Health
3 Capitol Hill, Room 101
Providence, RI 02908-5097
Phone: (401) 222-2811

Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.

It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.

To notify us of corrections or additions send an email to update@usmarriagelaws.com.  Please include the state and county information.

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Rhode Island County Clerk's Office

Barrington Town Hall
Barrington, RI
401. 247. 1900


Bristol Town Hall
Bristol, RI
401. 253. 7000


 
Burriville Town Hall
Harrisville, RI
401. 568. 4300


 
Central Falls City Hall
Central Falls, RI
401. 727. 7400


Charlestown Town Hall
Charlestown, RI
401. 364. 1200


 
Coventry Town Hall
Coventry, RI
401. 822. 9173


 
Cranston City Hall
Cranston, RI
401. 461. 1000 ext. 3197


Cumberland Town Hall
Cumberland, RI
401. 728. 2400 ext. 38


 
East Greenwich Town Hall
East Greenwich, RI
401. 886. 8604


 
East Providence City Hall
East Providence, RI
401. 435. 7596


Exeter Town Hall
Exeter, RI
401. 294. 3891


 
Foster Town Hall
Foster, RI
401. 392. 9200


 
Glocester Town Hall
Chepachet, RI
401. 568. 6206


Hopkinton Town Hall
Hopkinton, RI
401. 377. 7777


 
Jamestown Town Hall
Jamestown, RI
401. 423. 7200


 
Johnston Town Hall
Johnston, RI
401. 553. 8830


 
Lincoln Town Hall
Lincoln, RI
401. 333. 1100


 
Little Compton Town Hall
Little Compton, RI
401. 635. 4400


 
Middletown Town Hall
Middletown, RI
401. 847. 0009


Narragansett Town Hall
Narragansett, RI
401. 789. 1044


  
New Shoreham Town Hall
Block Island, RI
401. 466. 3200


 
Newport City Hall
Newport, RI
401. 846. 9600


North Kingstown Town Hall
North Kingstown, RI
401. 294. 3331


 
North Providence Town Hall
North Providence, RI
401. 232. 0900


 
North Smithfield Town Hall
latersville, RI
401. 767. 2200


Pawtucket City Hall
Pawtucket, RI
401. 728. 0500 ext. 225


 
Portsmouth Town Hall
Portsmouth, RI
401. 683. 2101


 
Providence City Hall
Providence, RI
401. 421. 7740


Richmond Town Hall
Wyoming, RI
401. 539. 2497


 
Scituate Town Hall
North Scituate, RI
401. 647. 2822


 
Smithfield Town Hal
Esmond, RI
401. 233. 1000


South Kingstown Town Hall
Wakefield, RI
401. 789. 9331


 
Tiverton Town Hall
Tiverton, RI
401. 625. 6700


 
Warren Town Hall
Warren, RI
401. 245. 7340


Warwick City Hall
Warwick, RI
401. 738. 2000 ext. 6212


 
West Greenwich Town Hall
West Greenwich, RI
401. 392. 3800


 
West Warwick Town Hall
West Warwick, RI
401. 822. 9200


Westerly Town Hall
Westerly, RI
401. 348. 2506


 
Woonsocket City Hall
Woonsocket, RI
401. 762. 6400 ext. 135


 

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