{"id":15689,"name":"Henderson","state_id":37,"county_id":233,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:36:20.842-07:00","updated_at":"2023-10-23T07:20:40.321-07:00","meta_description":"A guide to officiating weddings and planning ceremonies in Henderson Nevada","head_tag":"A Guide For Couples And Wedding Officiants in Henderson Nevada","tagline":"Now for a Desert \"I do...\" ","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eJust south of Vegas, Henderson is for couples who value scenery and space over neon and glitz. You can expect expansive vistas, quirky venues, and lots of character to go around. The canyons outside of town are a huge draw, so if you\u0026#39;re considering exploring after the wedding, make sure to check them out.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOur goal here is to get you the fast information about getting ordained in Henderson, and for couples, obtaining a marriage license, and other relevant information. We\u0026rsquo;ll keep it short and sweet!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003cp\u003eNevada state law states that the following individuals are allowed to officiate a marriage within the state:\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eLocal county clerk\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAn individual with a church or religious organization\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eMilitary chaplain\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf you aren\u0026#39;t one of these people yet, don\u0026#39;t worry. You can \u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained online\u003c/a\u003e right here on this website. It only takes a few minutes and with thousands of successful weddings conducted by AMM ministers in Clark County, we\u0026#39;re confident that our ordination is the best way to become a Henderson Wedding Officiant. Just be sure to follow the instructions closely below, since Clark County has some of the stricted wedding officiant registration rules in the country.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAll Wedding Officiants Must Register with the Clark County Clerk\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clark County Clerk has two registration options for wedding officiants: You can request permission to perform a \u003ca href=\"https://elearning.easygenerator.com/c970c6f7-bff3-4a94-bda5-bc4b92aa7d80/#/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSingle Ceremony\u003c/a\u003e or you can apply for \u003ca href=\"https://files.clarkcountynv.gov/clarkcounty/clerk/forms/MO%20Application.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePermanent 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\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.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour certification can take up to 30 days.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003ePERMANENT STATUS 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\u003eOnly available to Clark County, Nevada residents.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eOfficiant must attend a 2 Hour Officiant Training Course at the Clark County Government Center.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eRequires officiant to complete a background check. This incurs an additional fee and processing time.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour certification can take more than 30 days.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\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","couple_section":"\u003cp\u003eThe couple\u0026nbsp;is responsible for going to the County Clerk\u0026#39;s Office and applying for the license before the ceremony.\u0026nbsp;Both spouses\u0026nbsp;have to apply together. You can start the application \u003ca href=\"https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index\"\u003eonline here\u003c/a\u003e, before going into the office at 201 E. Clark Avenue in Las Vegas.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is important to bring these documents with you when you go to register for the license:\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\u003ePhoto ID\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eInformation about previous marriages\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eParents names and dates of birth\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial security numbers\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e$102\u0026nbsp;for the fee, with a $5 fee for credit card transactions\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\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 are numerous events\u0026nbsp;that happen throughout the city of Henderson, and if you want to get married in the area, it\u0026rsquo;s worth checking to see if any festivals or events are happening on the date you want to get married.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere are some venues in the area that you can take advantage of when you want to get married in Henderson. You can check out The \u003ca href=\"http://www.theterracelasvegas.com/\"\u003eTerrace Events\u003c/a\u003e which has indoor and outdoor venue space, as well as all the usual wedding reception stuff like a dance floor and catering. You can also check out the \u003ca href=\"http://www.littlechapelonthecorner.com/\"\u003eLittle Chapel on the Corner\u003c/a\u003e which is a smaller, quaint chapel that provides a cute place to tie the knot.\u0026nbsp;\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\u003eThe weather in Henderson is beautiful most of the year. Rain isn\u0026rsquo;t really a factor, but it can really heat up in the summer so take that into consideration.\u0026nbsp;\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\u003eNice city, but the public transport is pretty lacking. Guests are best off renting or using rideshares depending on how much travel they plan to do.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo we both have to show up to obtain the marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you both have to be there when you sign up and apply for a marriage license.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes my ID have to have my photo on it?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it does have to have a photo on it, as well as a birthdate. It has to be an original and not a photocopy.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 201 E. Clark Avenue in Las Vegas\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $102\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e None\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 12 Months\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Couple\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":""}