{"id":26121,"name":"Boston","state_id":29,"county_id":1535,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:39:30.095-07:00","updated_at":"2024-09-19T14:57:24.491-07:00","meta_description":"Learn about officiating weddings and planning ceremonies in Boston MA","head_tag":"A Beantown Wedding Ceremony Guide For Wedding Officiants and Couples ","tagline":"A Wicked Good Wedding ","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eBoston is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a great destination for a wedding on the East Coast. Boston has a thriving downtown and a huge variety of options for sightseeing before your ceremony, such as a boat tour on the Charles River, a walking tour of the Harvard campus or exploring the historical relics of the American revolution.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBoston has plenty of variety for your special day celebrating your love with your partner. If you need help deciding where to host your wedding, we\u0026rsquo;ve outlined some options below and details about obtaining your marriage license to get your started.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you delve into planning the fun stuff, let us help you with the technical details, starting with getting your minister of choice ordained.\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\u003eAccording to the Suffolk County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s website, the wedding must be officiated by a clergy member or a Justice of the Peace. If you\u0026rsquo;re not ordained by a religious organization, you\u0026rsquo;re in luck. You can \u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained with AMM\u003c/a\u003e -- the process is free and takes just a few minutes. Once you\u0026rsquo;ve got that box checked, we\u0026rsquo;ll get to the good stuff.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep\u0026nbsp;2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Suffolk County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAll ministers are required to register with the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.sec.state.ma.us/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecretary of the Commonwealth\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;before performing marriage.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nBe aware that your state residency status affects the registration process. The Secretary of the Commonwealth offers\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003etwo registration methods\u003c/strong\u003e. One is for\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eMassachusetts residents\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;and the other is for\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eNon-Residents\u003c/em\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWe will cover the application process for both Massachusetts residents and non-residents below. If you live in Massachussets, read the isntructions immediately below this. If not, skip to the part for out of state residents.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr /\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO REGISTER TO PERFORM MARRIAGE AS A MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENT\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eApplying to perform marriage as a Massachusetts resident is easy. The\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http://www.sec.state.ma.us/pre/premar/masmarriage.htm\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecretary of the Commonwealth\u0026#39;s\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;website clearly outlines the registration process. In short, you will need to submit the following documents:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Completed\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http://www.sec.state.ma.us/pre/prepdf/Massachusetts_Resident_Clergy_Form.pdf\"\u003eMassachusetts Resident Clergy Form\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Ordination Certificate\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Letter of Good Standing\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO COMPLETE THE MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENT CLERGY FORM\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Resident Clergy Form is a simple one page document. The completed form is included in your\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/minister-ordination-package\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMassachusetts Minister Ordination Package\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e. You can also\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http://www.sec.state.ma.us/pre/prepdf/Massachusetts_Resident_Clergy_Form.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload a PDF\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;and complete it yourself.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe form asks for basic personal information. You will also be asked for your\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003ereligious title\u003c/em\u003e,\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eordaining church name\u003c/em\u003e, and\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003echurch address\u003c/em\u003e. For clarification, this is what you should enter in those fields:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eYOUR CLERGY MEMBER\u0026#39;S TITLE\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor your title enter: \u0026quot;\u003cstrong\u003eMinister\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026quot;.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eRELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION NAME\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor religious organization name enter: \u0026quot;\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Marriage Ministries\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026quot;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eRELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION ADDRESS\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor religious organization address enter our address, which you can find on our\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"/about/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Page\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO OBTAIN YOUR ORDINATION CERTIFICATE AND LETTER OF GOOD STANDING\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/minister-ordination-package\"\u003eMassachusetts Minister Ordination Package\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eto receive your Official\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eOrdination Certificate\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eLetter of Good Standing\u003c/strong\u003e. Your Letter of Good Standing is signed by a church officer, dated, and notarized, as required by the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYour Minister Ordination Package also includes your\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eCompleted Massachusetts Resident Clergy Form\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;for your convenience.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO FILE YOUR RESIDENT CLERGY APPLICATION WITH THE SECRETARY OF THE COMMONWEALTH\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have all your paperwork in order, you can mail, fax, or email it to:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecretary of the Commonwealth\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommissions Section\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne Ashburton Place, Room 1719\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoston, Massachusetts 02108\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e(FAX) 617-727-5914\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:pre@sec.state.ma.us\"\u003epre@sec.state.ma.us\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAPPROVAL OF YOUR MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENT CLERGY APPLICATION\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eProvided there are no complications, your application should be approved as soon as it is filed with the Secretary\u0026#39;s Office. If submitting your application by mail please allow a few days for shipment of your application. You should receive a confirmation email from the Secretary of the Commonwealth\u0026#39;s office once your application is approved.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnce you receive confirmation of your application you will have the authority to perform marriage anywhere in Massachusetts!\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr /\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO REGISTER TO PERFORM MARRIAGE AS A NON-RESIDENT OF MASSACHUSETTS\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe registration procedure for non-residents is slightly more complex, but not difficult. The Secretary\u0026#39;s office\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003estrongly recommends applying at least 2-4 weeks but no more than 6 weeks prior to the wedding\u003c/strong\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cem\u003eMake sure to plan ahead and DO NOT WAIT until the last minute!\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003ePERFORM MARRIAGE AS A NON-RESIDENT OF MASSACHUSETTS IN 4 STEPS\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWe have broken down the process for non-residents into 4 easy-to-follow steps. These 4 steps encompass your\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eminister registration\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;and ultimate\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003efiling of the marriage license\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;after the wedding.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 1\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eComplete the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http://www.sec.state.ma.us/pre/prepdf/nonresclergyapp.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOut of State Non-Resident Clergy \u0026ndash; Petition to Solemnize Marriage Application\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe name of the application may be a mouthful but it is actually an easy form to complete. For the section with the checkboxes you will want to check the last one marked \u0026quot;\u003cem\u003eOther\u003c/em\u003e\u0026quot; and write in \u0026quot;\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Marriage Ministries\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026quot;.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe rest of the application consists of entering:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Name \u0026amp; Address\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Couple\u0026#39;s Names \u0026amp; Addresses\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Date \u0026amp; Location of the Marriage\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour Signature \u0026amp; Form Completion Date\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 2\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce completed, mail, fax, or email the application to:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecretary of the Commonwealth\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommissions Section\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne Ashburton Place, Room 1719\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoston, Massachusetts 02108\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e(FAX) 617-727-5914\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 3\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow you must wait. Within to 2-4 weeks you will receive a \u0026ldquo;\u003cstrong\u003eSolemnization Certificate\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026rdquo; from the Secretary of the Commonwealth. Make sure to keep your Solemnization Certificate somewhere safe. You will need this after the wedding.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 4\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you officiate the wedding, your\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eSolemnization Certificate must be returned with the marriage license\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;to the City or Town Clerk\u0026#39;s office that issued the marriage license.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIt is ideal that you do this in person. However if you are traveling to conduct this wedding and not able to appear in person, contact the Probate or District Court that issued the marriage license to the couple. With advance notice they should be able to make accomodations and allow for both documents to be returned by the couple or by mail.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nMarriage licenses are issued by the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.mass.gov/orgs/probate-and-family-court/locations?_page=1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProbate\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.mass.gov/orgs/district-court/locations?_page=1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistrict Courts\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes time to sign the marriage license, it\u0026rsquo;s the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain and complete the marriage license. Suffolk County does require a 3 day waiting period from filing the Marriage Intention form before you can pick up the marriage license. The wedding ceremony must be completed within 60 days of issuance or the marriage license will expire.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have performed the ceremony and signed the marriage license, you have successfully performed all of your functions as the wedding officiant. The officiant will need to return the signed and completed marriage license to the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office before 60 days from the date of issuance. Ideally, the license should be returned right away, since that\u0026rsquo;s when the marriage is recorded into government records.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003cp\u003eBefore heading in to the county clerk\u0026#39;s office, the couple will first have to \u003ca href=\"https://calendly.com/bostonregistry/marriage-intention-appointment?month=2023-10\"\u003ebook an appointment online\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;To get your marriage license, both members of the couple will have to visit the County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s office to fill out a Marriage Intention form at:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBoston City Hall\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nRegistry Division\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n1 City Hall Square Room 213\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nBoston, MA 02201-2006\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is not a requirement by Suffolk County that you are a resident of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The marriage license is only valid in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, remember to bring the following:\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\u003e$50\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePhoto IDs\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial Security Numbers (if applicable)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOnce you\u0026rsquo;ve completed your marriage application and had it signed by your officiant, the officiant will need to return it to the Suffolk County Clerk.\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\u003eBoston is a beautiful city with a rich history, cultural diversity, and something for everyone. Your guests will have lots of opportunities to explore when they visit Boston. Be sure to take a look at the city\u0026rsquo;s \u003ca href=\"https://www.boston.com/section/events\"\u003eevent pages\u003c/a\u003e before you select the date of your wedding, events like playoff games for the Boston Red Soxs will draw crowds and fill up available rooms at hotels.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBoston has some truly spectacular venues in downtown that will impress your guests, like the stunning view 33 floors above the city from \u003ca href=\"https://longwoodvenues.com/venues/boston-event-venue/\"\u003eThe State Room\u003c/a\u003e. The breathtaking views from their 20 foot tall glass windows overlooking Boston Harbor and the Boston skyline would be a perfect backdrop for your first dance as a newly married couple.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you fancy being near the water, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bhh.com/weddings\"\u003eBoston Harbor Hotel\u003c/a\u003e would be a gorgeous setting as well with room for up to 250 guests and views of the harbor on 3 sides located in one of the most sought after venues in Boston.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer travelling outside of the city, here are some of the locations we think would be excellent options. A short 30 minute drive north will bring you to the small town of Topsfield and \u003ca href=\"http://www.thecommons1854.com/\"\u003eThe Commons 1854\u003c/a\u003e, a beautiful banquet hall built in 1854. \u003ca href=\"http://harringtonfarm.com/weddings/\"\u003eHarrington Farm\u003c/a\u003e located 1 hour east of Boston in Princeton, MA, a 60 acre property dating back to 1763 that has been hosting weddings for over 30 years. At the foot of Wachusett Mountain, you get to experience quintessential New England countryside, rolling hills and a one of a kind ceremony in a masterfully crafted oak barn.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;Getting around downtown Boston is easy with many options provided by the MBTA or as the locals call it the \u0026ldquo;T\u0026rdquo; which includes the subway and bus routes. Buying a CharlieCard is recommended if you intend on public transit as your main resource during your stay in Boston. The commuter rail is a great option for getting in and out of the city. There are also rideshare options as well if guests are staying in downtown.\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\u003eBoston offers a humid continental climate. Summers in Boston experience good weather ideal for a summer wedding, with high temperatures around 70 to 80 degrees for the months of June, July, and August. Winter will dip into the 20s with average high temperatures barely above 40 degrees, so dress warm if you have not experienced East Coast winters.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a waiting period to get married in Boston once you\u0026rsquo;ve applied for the marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, there is a required 3 days waiting period after filling the Marriage Intention form with the clerk before the marriage license is issued. The ceremony needs to take place within 60 days of the issuance of the marriage license.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre witnesses required in order to get married in Boston?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a legal ceremony consists of at least four people: the officiant, one witness and the bride and groom.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does an applicant have to wait to get remarried after a divorce?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suffolk County clerk may ask details on the date of your divorce or proof of annulment but there is no stated period of time. 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