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UncategorizedMarch 25, 2025March 25, 2025Camden AlchanatiNo Comments

Can You Legally Marry Someone the Same Day You Apply for a Marriage License?

If you’re asking this question, chances are you and your partner are ready to tie the knot—but you’re under a time crunch. Maybe you’re planning an international relocation, facing immigration deadlines, preparing for military deployment, or simply ready to say “I do” without the long wait or unnecessary red tape.

So, let’s get to the point:
👉 Yes, in California, you can legally marry someone on the same day you apply for a marriage license!

And at Get Married Today, we’ve built an entire service around this very idea. We provide same-day marriage services—including the issuance of your marriage license, conducting your ceremony, and even apostille certification for international recognition under the Hague Apostille Convention.

📞 Need to get married today with internationally recognized documentation? Give us a call or book your appointment now at GetMarried.Today!

✅ Same-Day Marriages: Legal and Simple in California

💡 Why California is Ideal for Fast Marriages

California is one of the few states that makes same-day marriages easy and fully legal.
Here’s why:

No waiting period. Unlike some states that require a 1- to 3-day waiting period, California allows you to get married immediately after receiving your marriage license.
No blood tests. California doesn’t require any medical tests.
Confidential licenses available. No witnesses required, and the marriage record stays private.

📍 Learn more at California Department of Public Health – Vital Records

🔎 What Happens During a Same-Day Marriage Appointment?

At Get Married Today, we take care of everything. Here’s what your appointment includes:

1️⃣ Marriage License Issuance

You don’t need to go to the county clerk. Our licensed Notary Public and Deputy Commissioner of Civil Marriages will issue your marriage license on-site.

📍 Find official info on marriage license rules at US Marriage Laws.

2️⃣ Marriage Ceremony

After the license is issued, your legal marriage ceremony is performed immediately.
Choose from:

Quick, civil ceremony
Personalized vow exchange
Elopement package

📍 Get wedding script inspiration from Brides

3️⃣ Legal Registration of Your Marriage Certificate

We take care of filing your signed marriage license with the appropriate county. Your marriage becomes legally recorded and available for certificate requests.

📍 Order certified marriage certificates at VitalChek.

🌎 International Marriage Recognition: Why You May Need Apostille Certification

Getting legally married is one thing. But if you or your spouse are from another country, you’ll likely need to take an extra step to ensure your marriage is recognized back home. That’s where apostille certification comes in.

🌐 What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is a special certification issued by the government that makes your marriage certificate legally valid in another country under the Hague Apostille Convention.

✔ Required for visa applications
✔ Required for name changes abroad
✔ Needed for registering your marriage in your home country

📍 Learn more about apostilles at the Hague Conference on Private International Law

📝 What Countries Require an Apostille?

Here are just a few of the 124 countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention:

🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇦🇺 Australia
🇩🇪 Germany
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇮🇳 India
🇫🇷 France
🇮🇹 Italy
🇯🇵 Japan
🇪🇸 Spain
🇨🇦 Canada (note: apostilles only recently accepted via 2023 accession)

📍 Check the full list of participating countries at HCCH Apostille Members

🛡 How We Help with Apostille Processing

After we marry you, we can help you process your marriage certificate for international use.

We work with Orange County Apostille to ensure that your documents are certified accurately and efficiently.

🔄 Apostille Process Timeline:

We file your marriage license with the county clerk
Once it’s recorded, we order your official marriage certificate
We forward it to our apostille partner
You receive your apostilled certificate ready for international use

💼 Who Needs a Same-Day Marriage and Apostille?

1. ✈ International Travelers & Tourists

Couples visiting California from abroad can:

Marry legally during their trip
Take home an apostilled certificate to register the marriage in their country

📍 Explore travel-based elopements at Visit California.

2. 🧳 Immigration & Visa Applicants

A valid U.S. marriage certificate may be required to:

Adjust immigration status
Apply for spousal visas
Support green card applications

📍 Immigration marriage guidelines at USCIS

3. 🎖 Military Couples

Marry quickly before deployment and gain:

Military spousal benefits
TRICARE coverage
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing)

📍 Military marriage benefits explained at Military.com

🕒 When Can You Get Married With Us? Anytime!

At Get Married Today, we are available 24/7, including:

Weekends
Holidays
Evenings
Short notice / emergency appointments

📍 No waiting, no stress. Just fast, legal marriage service.

💒 Where Can We Perform the Ceremony? Anywhere You Want!

Our traveling officiant service means we come to you, including:

Your home
Your hotel or Airbnb
A beach or park
A scenic overlook
A private venue

📍 Popular ceremony spots in California at Wedding Spot

💰 How Much Does a Same-Day Marriage Cost?

We offer transparent, flat-rate pricing that includes:

Marriage license issuance
Legal ceremony
Travel within designated areas
Marriage certificate filing

📍 Contact us for custom packages at GetMarried.Today

🧾 What Do You Need to Bring?

✅ Valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s license)
✅ Payment for the service
✅ Optional: personal vows or special ceremony requests

💬 What Our Happy Couples Say

⭐ “We flew in from Australia, got married the same day, and had our apostille ready to file back home in Sydney. Perfect service!” — Olivia & Jack

⭐ “Get Married Today saved us weeks of waiting. We were married, licensed, and had our paperwork submitted for immigration in two days.” — Maria & David

⭐ “I was deploying in a week and needed a legal marriage for my spouse. They made it happen same day, including apostille prep for Germany.” — Sergeant Chris

🧠 FAQ: Same-Day Marriage and Apostille Certification

Can we really get married the same day we get our license?

Yes! California allows couples to marry the same day their license is issued, and we offer full service in one visit.

Do you file the paperwork for us?

Yes. We handle all the filing and document preparation.

Is the marriage certificate recognized abroad?

Yes, with apostille certification. We work with Orange County Apostille to ensure legal recognition in other countries.

Do we need witnesses?

No. Confidential licenses do not require witnesses in California.

📌 Final Thoughts: A Faster, Simpler Way to Get Married

Skip the courthouse lines. Skip the travel to Vegas. Skip the endless waiting.

With Get Married Today, you can:
✅ Get legally married the same day
✅ Have your ceremony at a location of your choice
✅ Receive international recognition via apostille certification
✅ Enjoy a private, stress-free experience

📞 Have questions? Need to get married today?
Call us or book your appointment at GetMarried.Today

💍 Say “I do” today—and get it recognized around the world tomorrow.

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