What Are the Steps to Getting Married in One Day? Let Get Married Today Make It Fast, Easy, and Affordable!
Are you looking to get legally married in just one day? Whether you’re eloping, planning a simple ceremony, or need urgent documentation for immigration, military benefits, or legal purposes, Get Married Today is here to help you get married quickly, legally, and affordably.
We specialize in same-day marriage services in California and offer a low-cost, fast process that includes marriage license issuance, legal officiation, and immediate marriage certificate filingβall in one simple appointment.
π¬ Need help or ready to book? Give us a call or visit us at GetMarried.Today βour team is available 24/7 to assist you!
β Overview: How to Get Married in Just One Day
At Get Married Today, we know that not everyone wants to wait weeks or months to get married. Thatβs why weβve designed a service for couples who need to get married immediatelyβwithout hassle, red tape, or courthouse delays.
Here are the main reasons couples choose our same-day marriage service:
- π Eloping couples who want a private, romantic experience
- π Military personnel needing a legal marriage before deployment
- π Immigration applicants needing urgent documentation
- πΌ Couples requiring immediate legal status for housing, insurance, or benefits
We provide:
- β Rapid marriage license issuance
- β On-the-spot marriage ceremonies
- β Immediate certificate processing
- β Low-cost, transparent pricing
π What Are the Steps to Getting Married in One Day?
Step 1: Contact Our Team or Book Online
π Give us a call or visit our booking page at GetMarried.Today to get started.
- Our team is available 24/7, including holidays and weekends.
- Weβll confirm your information, schedule your appointment, and guide you through what documents to bring.
π Check out wedding planning resources at The Knot.
Step 2: We Issue Your Marriage License On-Site
π Unlike most wedding services, we are licensed to issue marriage licenses on-site, so you donβt have to go to the county clerk’s office.
What do you need to bring?
- Valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driverβs license, etc.)
- If previously married, a copy of divorce decree or death certificate
- Both parties must be present and over 18 years old
π Learn about Californiaβs marriage license requirements at California Department of Public Health.
Step 3: Choose Your Ceremony Style
π We offer various ceremony options to suit your style:
- Quick Civil Ceremony β For couples who just need the legal paperwork
- Elopement-Style Ceremony β Romantic, simple, and personalized
- At-Home or On-Location Wedding β We bring the officiant to you!
π Need vow inspiration? Check out Brides.
Step 4: Get Married!
π€ One of our licensed officiants will perform a legally binding marriage ceremony at your chosen location.
- No need to visit a courthouse
- No waiting in line
- Same-day wedding, legally recognized across the U.S. and internationally
π For ideas on intimate and creative wedding settings, visit Visit California.
Step 5: Receive Your Marriage Certificate
π After the ceremony, we file your signed marriage license with the county.
- You will receive instructions for ordering certified copies
- You can use these documents for immigration, insurance, name changes, and legal benefits
π Order official copies online at VitalChek.
πΈ Why Our Process Is Fast and Affordable
Big weddings cost an average of $30,000 in the U.S. (The Knot)βbut thatβs not for everyone.
At Get Married Today, we offer:
- π° Affordable flat-rate packages
- π Same-day services without hidden fees
- β No need for multiple appointments or vendors
π For simple wedding planning on a budget, visit Zola.
π We Help with Urgent Marriage Documentation
Are you in a hurry to get married because of legal or life circumstances? We understand. Thatβs why our team ensures rapid issuance of marriage certificates, so you can use them for:
- π Immigration Applications (Green Card, Adjustment of Status)
π USCIS - π Military Spousal Benefits
π Military.com - π₯ Health Insurance Enrollment
π Healthcare.gov - π‘ Adding Spouse to Lease or Mortgage
π Nolo - πͺͺ Changing Your Name
π Social Security Name Change Info
π California DMV
π Do You Need Your Marriage Recognized Internationally?
Yes! We can assist with getting your marriage certificate apostilled, making it valid in other countries such as:
- π¬π§ The United Kingdom
- π¦πΊ Australia
- π©πͺ Germany
- π²π½ Mexico
- π«π· France
- π¨π¦ Canada
π We partner with Orange County Apostille to help you expedite international document authentication.
π Learn more about apostilles at Hague Conference
π Why Couples Love Getting Married with Us
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Fast & legal same-day marriages
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Low-cost ceremonies & license packages
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Traveling officiants available 24/7
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No courthouse wait times or stress
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Personalized, memorable experiences
Our Clients Say:
π βWe needed a quick marriage before a military deployment. They got us married and certified within hours!β β Alex & Maria
π βOur immigration lawyer recommended Get Married Today. We were married the same day and had our apostille ready in a week!β β Jenny & Ahmed
π βWe didnβt want a big wedding. Just something small, legal, and personal. This was perfect!β β Jason & Mei
π‘ Helpful Tips for Same-Day Marriages
π Plan AheadβEven for a Last-Minute Wedding
- Bring all required documents
- Be on time for your appointment
- Choose a location or let us recommend one
𧳠Traveling to California?
- Our services are ideal for out-of-state and international couples
π Visit California for travel info
πΈ Want Photos?
- Ask about adding professional photography to your package
π Fearless Photographers for inspiration
π Get Married in One DayβBook Now!
π Get Married Today offers the fastest, easiest way to legally marry in California.
From license to ceremony to certificateβwe handle everything for you.
π¬ Need help or ready to book? Call now or visit GetMarried.Today
π Same-day appointments available
π Open 24/7 including holidays and weekends
π Services available in English, Spanish, and other languages upon request
β Your Path to a Stress-Free Marriage Starts Now
π Whether you’re:
- Eloping
- In the military
- Facing immigration deadlines
- In love and ready to commit
π We are here to help you get legally marriedβfast and affordably.
ποΈ Book your marriage appointment today at GetMarried.Today