Wedding State Laws

	ID Requirement: Here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the New Mexico marriage laws before filling out the New Mexico marriage license form. By law, the County Clerk's Office is the only agency permitted to issue marriage licenses. All marriage license application are permanently filed, as are marriage records. Both applicants need to be present. Both need current legal pictured ID, or birth certificate. Both need proof of Social Security number. Marriage License information line: 505. 768. 4314. Marriage licenses do not expire. License purchased in any New Mexico county, can be used state-wide. Marriage license must be brought to the ceremony to be signed by two witnesses and the minister.
	Residency Requirement: Couples living in foreign countries need a passport.
	Previous Marriages: If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be supplied.
	Covenant Marriage Option: No.
	Waiting Period: Marriage licenses are issued and valid immediately, no waiting period required.
	Fees: The cost of a marriage license is $25 - $40), which must be paid in cash.
	Common Law Marriages: No.
	Proxy Marriages: No.
	Cousin Marriage: Yes.

	Medical Exam: No medical exam .
	Other Test: No
	Same Sex Marriages: No.
	Under 18: Both need to be at least 18 years of age. Parental consent if 16 or 17 years of age. Court order if 15 years of age.
	Officiant: Justice of the Peace is normally a Magistrate Judge, Municipal Judge, or Probate Judge may perform a ceremony. Including, a District Judge upon request. Any person credentialed by a religious society can perform a marriage in the State of New Mexico.

	Miscellaneous: License is valid for one year. The marriage license hotline is 505-768-4314.
	Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice. It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.