Get Married Today offers a Military Same-Day Marriage Special during the military shutdown. Active-duty personnel, reserves, veterans, and military families can still get legally married quickly, without courthouse delays or base restrictions. Learn how same-day marriage licenses and ceremonies remain available even during shutdown conditions.
Serving Those Who Serve — Same-Day Military Marriages Continue Without Interruption
During a military shutdown, service members face unexpected delays, base closures, limited administrative support, and unpredictable scheduling. But one thing you should never have to wait for is your right to get married.
At Get Married Today, we are proud to support active-duty personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families by offering a Military Same-Day Marriage Special, ensuring you can still get legally married today, even when military operations slow down.
Whether you’re preparing for deployment, PCS orders, benefits enrollment, a newborn on the way, or simply want to make your union official now, we provide a fast, private, and fully legal same-day marriage solution—no courthouse visit required.
Why Military Couples Love Our Same-Day Marriage Services
1. We Issue the Marriage License Ourselves
You never need to go to the county clerk, even during shutdowns.
2. We Offer Immediate Civil Ceremonies
Many military couples complete everything in under an hour.
3. Perfect for Deployment and PCS Deadlines
Shutdowns often cause:
- Canceled base appointments
- Reduced admin staffing
- Delayed DEERS updates
- Slower benefits processing
We remove the bottleneck by legally completing your marriage without relying on military or government offices.
4. Valid for All Military Spousal Benefits
Once married, your certificate works for:
- DEERS/ID card enrollment
- BAH
- Tricare
- Command verification
- Housing eligibility
- Emergency leave qualification
5. Private, Stress-Free, Mission-Ready
No crowds, no courthouse lines, no delays—just a smooth, secure, and compliant process.
How Military Members Get Married Same Day During the Shutdown
Step 1 — Bring Valid Identification
Military ID is welcome, but not required. Any accepted form of ID works.
Step 2 — Get Your Marriage License On the Spot
We legally issue the marriage license without county involvement.
Step 3 — Ceremony Immediately Afterward
Choose:
- Our office
- Your home
- A scenic location
- A base-adjacent venue
Step 4 — Legal Filing Completed
Your marriage is recorded and fully valid for all military and government needs.
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30 FAQs — Military Same-Day Marriage During the Shutdown
1. Can military couples still get married during the shutdown?
Yes. Get Married Today continues operating independently of military and government closures.
2. Are same-day military marriages legal?
Yes. Licenses issued by our Deputy Commissioners are legally recognized by all branches.
3. Can we get everything done in one visit?
Most military couples complete the entire process the same day.
4. Do we need to visit the county clerk?
No. We issue the marriage license directly.
5. Does the shutdown delay military benefits?
Once you’re legally married, you can proceed with DEERS/Tricare/housing processing as soon as systems reopen.
6. Can we use our military IDs?
Military ID is accepted, but any valid ID works as well.
7. Is this service available for all branches?
Yes—Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Space Force, National Guard, and Reserves.
8. Can we marry before deployment?
Yes, even with short notice.
9. Do we need a witness?
Only some licenses require one; confidential licenses do not.
10. Are ceremonies private?
Yes—your ceremony can be private, quiet, and stress-free.
11. Can we marry off-base?
Absolutely. We can perform the ceremony anywhere you choose.
12. Is this valid for DEERS enrollment?
Yes. Your marriage certificate is fully accepted.
13. Can same-sex military couples use this service?
Yes, all marriages are treated equally.
14. Can you issue confidential marriage licenses?
Yes, confidential marriage licenses are available.
15. Can visitors or foreign military personnel marry?
Yes, non-US citizens may legally marry.
16. Do we need an appointment?
Appointments are encouraged, but same-day availability exists.
17. Are ceremonies allowed at scenic locations?
Yes, outdoor and beach ceremonies are available.
18. How fast is the entire process?
Most couples finish within the same day.
19. Can spouses enroll in Tricare immediately?
Once your marriage is recorded, you can request enrollment as soon as systems permit.
20. Is this service valid for BAH and housing updates?
Yes, your legal marriage qualifies.
21. Can we personalize our vows?
Yes, personalization is welcomed.
22. Can military couples bring family members?
Yes, or you may have a private ceremony instead.
23. Can you help with apostilles for overseas postings?
Yes, through Orange County Apostille.
24. What if our base admin office closed due to shutdown?
You can still legally marry without base support.
25. Can we get married during block leave or holiday periods?
Yes, services remain available year-round.
26. Do you offer mobile ceremonies?
Yes, we can come to your location.
27. Are marriages valid immediately?
Yes, once the ceremony and license are completed, the marriage is legally binding.
28. Can dual-military couples marry same day?
Yes—dual-service marriages are common.
29. Do shutdowns affect out-of-state service members?
No, any military member in California can marry the same day.
30. What if our county appointment was canceled?
We legally replace canceled county clerk appointments with same-day marriage services.