{"id":7718,"name":"Shreveport","state_id":25,"county_id":82,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:33:58.859-07:00","updated_at":"2023-10-20T02:47:27.210-07:00","meta_description":"Learn how to officiate weddings in Shreveport, officiate ceremonies as an AMM Minister. Plan Ceremonies, Book Venues, File for Marriage License and more.","head_tag":"A guide to officiating wedding ceremonies in Mile-High City","tagline":"Getting hitched in Ratchet City. ","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eShreveport may not be known as one of the \u0026ldquo;hottest\u0026rdquo; cities in the south, but for whatever it lacks in glitz and glam, it makes up for in its friendly people, local businesses, and lucky for you, beautiful weddings venues. The city is absolutely chock full of gems for couples heading toward holy matrimony -- from historic, charming bed and breakfasts to high-end, downtown party spots. Shreveport\u0026rsquo;s got it all!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBut before you get wrapped up in planning your special day, let\u0026rsquo;s get the logistics out of the way first. In our guide, we have all the need-to-know info about how to get married in Caddo Parish, how to get your officiant-of-choice ordained, plus some extra tips to make sure your Shreveport wedding goes off without a hitch.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFirst things first -- let\u0026rsquo;s start with the ordainment process.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eStep\u0026nbsp;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\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;ve been asked to officiate a wedding, but you don\u0026rsquo;t have any credentials to do so, don\u0026rsquo;t worry! You can get ordained with us to \u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003ebecome a minister of AMM\u003c/a\u003e. The process is free and takes just a few minutes.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eMinisters in Louisiana are also required to register with the Clerk of Court, but it\u0026rsquo;s not a difficult process.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe applicant just needs to print and complete \u003ca href=\"http://www.caddoclerk.com/pdfs/Minister_Application.pdf\"\u003ethis form\u003c/a\u003e and take it to the Caddo Parish Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office. When you go, remember to bring photo identification, $10 for the application fee and proof of minister\u0026rsquo;s license or ordination, which AMM will provide for a small fee.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThen, you can start officiating weddings!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep\u0026nbsp;2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Caddo Parish\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow that the easy part is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the wedding ceremony itself. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor, but can feel like a lot of pressure. You will appreciate our wedding training pages, which are a library of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts, to \u0026nbsp;brainstorming prompts, tips for preparation, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep\u0026nbsp;3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOn the day of the wedding, you will be focused on performing the ceremony, but don\u0026rsquo;t forget your second job -- to take care of the marriage license. Make sure that the couple has it in their possession on the day of the wedding, before performing the ceremony. Afterward, help them to complete it correctly.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe official legal paper, the State of Louisiana Certificate of Marriage, with the bar code in the top right corner, is the part that needs to be returned to the clerk\u0026#39;s office. Make sure to do so within 10 days of the ceremony. A certified copy of the official license will then be mailed to the couple for name change and legal purposes.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Caddo Parish Clerk of Court\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNow let\u0026rsquo;s turn our attention to the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibilities.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBefore you and your partner head down to the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office, print out the Caddo Parish \u003ca href=\"http://www.caddoclerk.com/pdfs/2016_marriage_application.pdf\"\u003eMarriage License Application\u003c/a\u003e on legal size paper and fill it out together to bring with you. Their website notes to use groom as applicant A and the bride as applicant B. If the couple is same-sex, don\u0026rsquo;t worry about this part.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTo obtain your actual marriage license, you will head down to the Caddo Parish Clerk of Court\u0026rsquo;s office at 501 Texas St #103 in Shreveport.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, just remember to bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\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 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eThe marriage license application print-off\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eCertified copy of both birth certificates\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 social security numbers\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e$32 (cash or credit card)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThen, the court will grant you your marriage license, which you can use to get married after the 24 hour waiting period. The marriage license only stays valid for 30 days. Once it expires, you have to purchase a new one, so make sure not to apply for the marriage license until you are within four weeks of your wedding date.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYour officiant will help you complete it on the day of your wedding. You will need two witnesses to sign the marriage license, as well, so think about who you\u0026rsquo;d like to ask to sign it prior to your wedding. Afterwards, your officiant will return the marriage license to the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office to be filed. Once he or she has done so, you can expect to receive a certified copy of your marriage license in the mail.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https://www.silverlakeballroom.com/\"\u003eSilver Lake Ballroom\u003c/a\u003e is the perfect spot for a couple looking for a modern, industrial backdrop for their special day, with its high ceilings and exposed brick walls. There\u0026rsquo;s plenty of room for a big party, with two indoor spaces, two outdoor spaces (plus a bridal suite and dressing room.)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;re going for a soft, romantic theme, but don\u0026rsquo;t want to go too far from downtown, you might like the \u003ca href=\"https://www.stayfairfield.com/weddings-events\"\u003eFairfield Place\u003c/a\u003e, a charming bed and breakfast built in the 1870s. It\u0026rsquo;s located right in Stoner Hill, but its peaceful courtyards will make you think you\u0026rsquo;re miles away from the hussle and bussle.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBut there\u0026rsquo;s nothing quite like a sunset on the beach, which \u003ca href=\"http://www.valencia1oncrosslake.com/\"\u003eValencia on Cross Lake\u003c/a\u003e takes full advantage of. You can say your \u0026ldquo;I do\u0026rsquo;s\u0026rdquo; right on the water, have cocktails on its beautiful patio, then head inside its banquet hall to dance the night away.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShreveport has a good public transportation service, \u003ca href=\"https://www.sportran.org/31/How-to-Ride\"\u003eSportran\u003c/a\u003e, which can get you from Point A to Point B on the cheap. But if you don\u0026rsquo;t want to deal with the hassle of navigating the bus, you can always utilize Lyft and Uber, both of which are available in Shreveport, if you\u0026rsquo;re coming in from out of town and don\u0026rsquo;t want to rent a car. Of course, for the wedding day itself, you may want to utilize one of the city\u0026rsquo;s limo services. \u003ca href=\"https://www.shreveportlimousine.com/\"\u003eSHV Chauffered Transportation\u003c/a\u003e is the most-rated and highest-rated in Shreveport.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn Louisiana, it can be oppressively hot during the summer, while the winters are cold, wet and cloudy. The best months for a wedding in Shreveport are May, June, September and October, when the temperatures are warm, but it\u0026rsquo;s not as hot and humid as the middle of summer. Luckily, Shreveport is far enough away from the gulf of Mexico that hurricanes are rarely a threat that couples need to consider when choosing their wedding date.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do we pay for the marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you and your partner go to the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office, you can pay the $32 fee with cash or credit card.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can we use our marriage license once it\u0026rsquo;s granted?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a 24 hour waiting period once it has been issued, so you can get married the next day. It must be used within 30 days, otherwise you have to repurchase the marriage license.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo witnesses need to be present at the ceremony?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTwo witnesses are required to sign the marriage license at the time of the ceremony. Witnesses must be at least 18 years old.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do we do after the wedding?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe officiant should return the marriage license to the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office within 10 days of the ceremony. After it\u0026rsquo;s received, the couple will be sent their official marriage certificate in the mail.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 501 Texas St #103, Shreveport\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $32\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e 24 hours\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 30 days\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e By officiant within 10 days of the 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":""}