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How do you get married in Norfolk, Virginia?

Here's your checklist.

  1. Fill out a Marriage License Application in Person
  2. Visit the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office
  3. Bring Proper Identification (Photo ID and Social Security Number or Virginia DMV Control Number)
  4. Pay the License Fee ($30 Cash, Check, MasterCard, or Visa)
  5. Hire an officiant to officiate your wedding
  6. Attend your ceremony
  7. Return the Signed License within 7 Days
  8. Congrats! You're officially married!

Getting married in Norfolk

You can get married in two ways; in at the Courthouse or hire an officiant.


Getting married in a Norfolk Courthouse

Norfolk has a Marriage Commissioner available during business hours to perform the ceremony for a fee of $50 (cash only).


Hiring an officiant

You can hire an officiant to perform your ceremony, anywhere in Virginia. You can elope on a beach, wedding venue or a low key backyard wedding.

What to expect

The courthouse is the cheapest way to get married. However, it's not the most romantic way.


The officiant can get you married anywhere in the State of Virginia. You can get married at your chosen venue, state park, beach, or your own home. They can also personalize your wedding vows which can give it more of a romantic feel.

Hire an officiant + Elopement photographer

Once you have your marriage license, you can hire out your officiant + photographer so that they can capture your day.


We do all of the planning, officiating, permits, vendor referrals, and elopement photography. Fill out the form below to get started!

Frequently asked questions


ARE GUESTS ALLOWED?

Yes, but the number depends on where you have your wedding.

  • Inside the courthouse: Only a couple of guests are allowed, and no photographs are allowed inside.
  • Outside in the courtyard or another location: You can have family and friends by your side, and wedding photography is allowed outside.


CAN I HAVE A PHOTOGRAPHER FOR MY COURTHOUSE WEDDING?

  • Absolutely! Photography is not allowed inside the courthouse, but you can take photographs outside before or after the ceremony. If you choose to get married outside in the courtyard, the photographer can capture your ceremony as well.


WHAT TO WEAR FOR A COURTHOUSE WEDDING?

  • What to wear: Wear something that makes you feel amazing, whether it's casual outfits or traditional wedding clothes.
  • Add some personal touches: Consider a bouquet of flowers, special jewelry, or writing personal vows.

Wilmington Elopement Photographer

Hey! I'm Glenn, Elopement Photographer based in Wilmington. Thanks for reading my article on "How to get married in Wilmington." 


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