What Is a Quickie Wedding? Everything You Need to Know About Rapid Marriages and Apostille Certification
In today’s fast-paced world, couples are increasingly seeking quick, stress-free ways to get married without the months of planning, complex logistics, and hefty expenses that come with traditional weddings. Enter the “quickie wedding.” At Get Married Today, we specialize in delivering legally recognized quickie weddings in California, offering same-day service with professional officiants, rapid marriage license issuance, and apostille certification for international recognition.
What Is a Quickie Wedding?
A “quickie wedding” is a term used to describe a fast and legally valid marriage process that often takes place on the same day. Unlike traditional weddings, quickie weddings are:
- Simple and straightforward
- Cost-effective
- Designed to meet urgent or specific needs
- Legally binding
At Get Married Today, we streamline the entire process, offering couples a way to legally marry in California with minimal stress and paperwork.
Why Choose a Quickie Wedding?
Couples opt for quickie weddings for several reasons:
- Time Constraints – Couples facing deployment, visa expiration, or relocation often need to marry quickly.
- Legal Requirements – Some institutions or immigration processes require an immediate legal marriage certificate.
- Financial Considerations – Quickie weddings are significantly more affordable than traditional weddings.
- Privacy – Ideal for couples who prefer a low-key, intimate ceremony.
How Get Married Today Makes It Possible
At Get Married Today, we offer:
- Same-day marriage license issuance
- Licensed officiants who can travel to your location
- Filing of your marriage license with the county recorder
- Apostille certification for international recognition
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a certificate that authenticates a document for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. It ensures your marriage certificate will be legally recognized abroad.
Rapid Apostille Certification with Our Team
We understand that time is critical. That’s why we work with our trusted partners at Orange County Apostille to provide rapid apostille certification of your marriage certificate. This is essential for:
- International visa applications
- Spousal immigration processes
- Legal name changes abroad
- Marriage recognition in your home country
The Hague Apostille Convention
Established in 1961, the Hague Apostille Convention simplifies the process of document legalization. Countries that are part of this convention accept apostilles as valid certifications, eliminating the need for embassy or consulate legalization.
Countries That Recognize Apostille Certifications
Our apostille service is recognized in over 120 countries, including:
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- Germany
- Mexico
- France
- Japan
- South Korea
- Italy
- Spain
And many more.
Who Needs a Quickie Wedding with Apostille Certification?
Our services are ideal for:
- International couples needing legal documentation quickly
- Military members marrying before deployment
- Foreign nationals needing a U.S. marriage for immigration
- Expats planning to relocate overseas
What Documents Are Required?
To complete your quickie wedding and obtain apostille certification, you’ll need:
- Valid photo identification (passport, driver’s license, etc.)
- Completed marriage license application (we assist with this on-site)
Step-by-Step Process
- Book your appointment at GetMarried.Today
- Meet with our officiant and receive your marriage license
- Get married at your chosen location (home, park, hotel, etc.)
- We file your marriage certificate with the county
- Our partners process your apostille for international use
Why Choose Get Married Today?
- 24/7 availability, including weekends and holidays
- Professional officiants who travel to you
- Immediate marriage license issuance
- Seamless apostille processing
- Fast, affordable, and legally recognized service
Book Your Quickie Wedding Today
Skip the courthouse, avoid the stress, and get legally married today. Whether you’re planning ahead or need emergency documentation, Get Married Today has you covered.
📍 Book your same-day marriage and apostille service now at GetMarried.Today and make your love official worldwide.