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How to Officiate a Sign & Go Marriage Ceremony

How to Officiate a Sign & Go Marriage Ceremony

Learn how to officiate a sign & go marriage ceremony, also called a ‘marriage license signing,’ ‘signature service,’ or ‘signing only’ ceremony. These simple ceremonies are perfect for couples who want to get married by an officiant without a traditional wedding or elopement celebration.

Vegas-style weddings are popping up everywhere - Will you officiate one?

Vegas-style weddings are popping up everywhere - Will you officiate one?

Vegas-style weddings and chapels are popping up all across the US. Why wedding officiants and couples alike love this pandemic trend, and why it’s here to stay.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s secret wedding had no witnesses -- Let’s talk marriage laws!

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s secret wedding had no witnesses -- Let’s talk marriage laws!

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry just revealed they held a secret wedding elopement in their backyard. But there were no witnesses… Was it legal? And what are the witness requirements for the marriage license in your state?

Couple’s Wedding Canceled SEVEN Times! When is it time to say F* it and Elope?

Couple’s Wedding Canceled SEVEN Times! When is it time to say F* it and Elope?

Wedding cancelled seven times!? When is it time to elope, or choose another pandemic wedding alternative? With micro weddings, minimony, virtual zoom weddings, livestream ceremonies and more, is it worth it to wait?

Elope With a Dreamy, Teeny-Tiny, Covid-Era Ceremony

Elope With a Dreamy, Teeny-Tiny, Covid-Era Ceremony

Keep your wedding short, sweet, simple, and safer with a teeny-tiny covid-era DIY elopement ceremony.

Mathew takes a selfie with the bride and groom on the New River Gorge Bridge, with the river far below them in the distance

876 feet in the air: Officiating an adventure wedding on the New River Gorge Bridge

An AMM Minister performs a wedding high above the New River Gorge in an adventure wedding ceremony the couple will never forget. If you’re a new officiant and want to explore destination and adventure weddings, read on for inspiration!

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

A newly married bride and groom stand embracing on the shore. Behind them, the ocean, and a large cruise ship in the distance.

A Wedding Officiant's Guide to Performing Destination and Cruise Ship Weddings

Learn how to officiate a cruise ship wedding and what cruise ship operators require to legally perform a destination wedding.

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