{"id":15767,"name":"Las Vegas","state_id":37,"county_id":233,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:36:21.955-07:00","updated_at":"2023-10-23T07:50:36.091-07:00","meta_description":"Learn about officiating weddings and planning ceremonies in Las Vegas Nevada","head_tag":"A How-To for Wedding Ministers in Sin City","tagline":"Married in Sin City","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eLas Vegas might be the \u0026ldquo;Wedding Capital of the World,\u0026rdquo; but that doesn\u0026rsquo;t mean it\u0026rsquo;s necessarily the easiest place to register as a wedding officiant with the local government. In fact, Clark County, where Las Vegas is located, has strict requirements that wedding officiants have to follow before performing wedding ceremonies.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor out-of-towners, or first-time officiants, these requirements might be daunting, but we\u0026rsquo;ve broken them down into easy-to-follow steps, so that you can focus on what really matters \u0026ndash; performing the wedding ceremony.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 1: Get ordained with American Marriage Ministries\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLet\u0026rsquo;s start with the ordainment process. The Clark County Clerk has two\u003cb\u003e \u003c/b\u003eregistration options for wedding officiants: You can request permission to perform a\u003ca href=\"https://elearning.easygenerator.com/c970c6f7-bff3-4a94-bda5-bc4b92aa7d80/#/login\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Single Ceremony\u003c/a\u003e or you can apply for\u003ca href=\"https://files.clarkcountynv.gov/clarkcounty/clerk/forms/MO%20Application.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Permanent Status\u003c/a\u003e. Where you live, the number of weddings you plan to perform, and the time and resources you want to dedicate will determine which option you choose, so let\u0026rsquo;s start by comparing the two:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"docs-internal-guid-5fb01d3e-7fff-e221-7cdc-496a47a20129\"\u003eSINGLE CEREMONY APPLICATION\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAvailable to Residents and Non-Residents of Nevada.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRequires the couple to sign a Character Reference Affidavit in the presence of a Notary.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRequires you to take an online Single Ceremony Marriage Officiant Training Course.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRequires you to pay a total application fee of $25.Your certification can take up to 30 days.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-0084e645-7fff-3bd5-e0db-5dcc470757e7\" role=\"presentation\"\u003ePERMANENT STATUS APPLICATION\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eOnly available to Clark County, Nevada residents.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eOfficiant must attend a 2 Hour Officiant Training Course at the Clark County Government Center.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eRequires officiant to complete a background check. This incurs an additional fee and processing time.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eYour certification can take more than 30 days.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eIf those requirements seem complicated, don\u0026rsquo;t worry. At this point, all you need to do is ask yourself whether you want to perform more than one ceremony, and how much time and energy you want to expend. For many wedding officiants, the single ceremony registration is all that\u0026rsquo;s required and it\u0026rsquo;s pretty painless.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003eGet ordained today!\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-609d7f9a-7fff-b099-8089-e08286020435\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eSTEP 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Clark County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNow that we have the legal stuff out of the way, let\u0026rsquo;s get ready for the ceremony itself. Having a couple ask you to officiate their ceremony is an honor but can feel like a lot of pressure. Any officiant will appreciate our wedding training pages, which are a library of information and tools to assist you to prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt has everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts, to brainstorming prompts, tips for preparation, and more\u003cb\u003e.\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-92db2e3a-7fff-eadb-7eb5-73027f8a3689\"\u003eSTEP 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNow, back to the legal stuff. It is the responsibility of the couple to obtain and complete the marriage license. It is always a good idea to double-check that they have done so before performing the ceremony.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOnce\u0026nbsp;the festivities are over and the marriage license is properly signed, you have successfully performed all of your functions as the wedding officiant. Just remind them to return the marriage license within 90 days of it being issued.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003cp\u003eFollow these two simple steps to get your marriage license:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. No more than 90 days out from your wedding, fill out the \u003ca href=\"https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLas Vegas Marriage License Application Form.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen filling out the form, make the information matches\u0026nbsp;the government issued ID you will be using to pick up the license.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Both spouses must apply in person for a Las Vegas Marriage License\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis means you will need to visit\u0026nbsp;the marriage license bureau in person. The office\u0026nbsp;is located on the ground floor of the Regional Justice Center in downtown Las Vegas not far from the Fremont Street Experience. The address is:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eClark County Marriage License Bureau\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n201 E. Clark Avenue\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nLas Vegas, NV 89101\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eTHE BASICS\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere\u0026#39;s a reason Las Vegas is a top wedding destination for thousands of couples every year. This city seems to celebrate every day of the year with enoughh\u0026nbsp;glitz and glam to last for the rest of\u0026nbsp;your happy ever after.\u0026nbsp;Whether you\u0026#39;re getting married at\u0026nbsp;a casino right\u0026nbsp;on the \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_Strip\"\u003eLas Vegas Strip\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;or at one of the idyllic \u003ca href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g45963-Activities-c56-t268-Las_Vegas_Nevada.html\"\u003echapel venues\u003c/a\u003e, you\u0026#39;re sure to be celebrating every moment in the Entertainment Capital of the World.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure to book your wedding venue far enough in advance, especially if you are hoping to host your wedding at a more popular venue. Consider purchasing wedding insurance in case plans change or\u0026nbsp;you have to cancel.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTRANSPORTATION\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Las Vegas monorail makes getting around the city a breeze, but if you don\u0026#39;t like using public transport, rideshare options such as Uber and Lyft are available. If you\u0026#39;re flying into the airport and you\u0026#39;re staying in Vegas for more than a day or so, consider renting a car at the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca aria-describedby=\"audioeye_new_window_message\" data-sv-linklookup-id=\"https://www.harryreidairport.com/Transportation/RentalCars\" data-sv-linklookup-type=\"plugins_nav_external_link\" data-sv-targetauto=\"false\" href=\"https://www.harryreidairport.com/Transportation/RentalCars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHarry Reid International Airport Rental Car Center\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWEATHER\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLas Vegas typically has a warm fall and spring, long hot summers, and short winters.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if I\u0026#39;m divorced or widowed and applying for a marriage license in Las Vegas?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the Las Vegas Marriage Bureau, divorced applicants are required to list the Month/Day/Year when their divorce was finalized and the city and state where the divorce was finalized. We do not need to see a copy of the divorce decree. Widowed applicants are required to list the Month/Day/Year they were widowed and the city and state.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I get to the\u0026nbsp;Marriage License Bureau in Las Vegas?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe bureau is located in downtown Las Vegas approximately 3 blocks south of the Fremont Street Experience. The office is about\u0026nbsp;6 miles north from the heart of the Las Vegas strip.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eClark County Clerk\u0026#39;s Office\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e$102\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 Year\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e Officiant must return within ten (10) days of ceremony\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}