{"id":35091,"name":"Salem","state_id":47,"county_id":2356,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:42:11.165-07:00","updated_at":"2023-11-02T08:30:25.948-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eSalem is right in the middle of it all. Literally, because it sits on the 45\u003csup\u003eth\u003c/sup\u003e parallel between the north pole and equator, but also because it\u0026rsquo;s Oregon\u0026rsquo;s capital and second-largest city. There are parks aplenty connected by tree-lined streets with funky shops and restaurants, all of which make for a great setting to get hitched.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about getting married in Salem, from ordaining your minister of choice to finding the perfect wedding venue. Let\u0026#39;s jump right in!\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\u003eAccording to Oregon state law, you are authorized to solemnize marriages if you are deemed a \u0026ldquo;clergyperson of any religious congregation or organization.\u0026rdquo; American Marriage Ministries will serve as that organization for you \u0026ndash; all it takes is filling out a quick form at no cost. What are you waiting for? \u003ca href=\"/ordination-application\"\u003eGet ordained\u003c/a\u003e!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Marion County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIt\u0026rsquo;s an honor to be asked to officiate a wedding, so you want to make sure you\u0026rsquo;re fully prepared. We can help with that. Check out our wedding training pages, chock full of all the information you need to prepare for the ceremony. There are sample scripts, brainstorming prompts, general tips for preparation, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 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\u003eThe marriage license application should be obtained and submitted by the couple. Remember that there is a 3 day waiting period before you can hold the ceremony. After you perform the ceremony, you\u0026rsquo;ll need to sign the marriage license, ensure that it is filled out correctly, and return the completed license to the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office within 5 days. Once that\u0026rsquo;s done, you will have successfully performed all your wedding officiant duties!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Marion County Clerk\u0026#39;s Office\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou can download an application from the \u003ca href=\"https://www.co.marion.or.us/CO/records/Pages/marriage.aspx\"\u003eMarion County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office website\u003c/a\u003e. As a couple, you\u0026rsquo;ll both need to go to the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office to submit the application. They are located at 555 Court Street NE. Here\u0026rsquo;s what you\u0026rsquo;ll need:\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$60\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePhoto identification (driver\u0026rsquo;s license, state ID, passport, etc.)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe completed application\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a 3 day waiting period before you can have the wedding. If you need to have the ceremony immediately, there is a waiver you can complete. The marriage license will cost $65 if you decide to waive the waiting period.\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\u0026rsquo;s no better way to immerse yourself in the history and charm of the city than at the \u003ca href=\"https://deepwoodmuseum.org/rentals/\"\u003eDeepwood Museum and Gardens\u003c/a\u003e, where you can get married in formal gardens outside a Queen Anne-style Victorian house. On the other hand, if you\u0026rsquo;re looking for a more glamorous affair, the \u003ca href=\"https://thereedballroom.com/\"\u003eReed Ballroom\u003c/a\u003e sparkles atop the opera house overlooking the city. Both venues are nearby all the main sights and amenities that Salem has to offer.\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\u003eThe closest major airport to Salem is in Portland, about a 40-minute drive on Interstate 5. Once you\u0026rsquo;re in the city, the downtown area is compact and very conducive to walking or biking. There are also plenty of rideshare services available if you\u0026rsquo;re opting to go carless.\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\u003ePart of the Pacific Northwest, Salem stays relatively cool throughout the year, with pleasant temperatures even in the dead of summer. Winters tend to be a bit on the rainy side but that is what affords the verdant landscape that helps define the city\u0026rsquo;s beauty.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Salem, Is there a waiting period after you\u0026rsquo;ve completed the marriage license before you can use it?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you will need to wait 3 days before having the wedding.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a marriage license cost in Salem?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe cost is $60.00.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo both members of the couple need to be present in order to apply for a marriage license in Salem?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both members must also present an ID (driver\u0026rsquo;s license, state ID, or passport).\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e Marion County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office, 555 Court Street NE., Salem, OR 97309\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $60\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e 3 Days\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 60 Days\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e Within 5 days by officiant\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":""}