{"id":5088,"name":"Irving","state_id":55,"county_id":2707,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:33:11.153-07:00","updated_at":"2023-11-11T07:13:54.480-08:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eHome of the \u003ca href=\"https://www.irvingtexas.com/visitor-info/about-irving/mandalay-canal/\"\u003eMandalay Canals\u003c/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https://www.toyotamusicfactory.com/\"\u003eToyota Music Factory\u003c/a\u003e, Irving is one of the most exciting cities in Texas. Not only is it hopping with music and a somewhat Italian cultural feel, but it\u0026rsquo;s also packed with lively bars and fascinating art museums. Don\u0026rsquo;t miss out on the largest equestrian sculpture in the world, and pay a visit to the \u003ca href=\"https://www.irvingtexas.com/visitor-info/about-irving/mustangs-of-las-colinas/\"\u003eMustangs of Las Colinas\u003c/a\u003e! Irving also has many beautiful outdoor parks if you want to take a break from the hustle.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter what your plans may be, AMM is here to help you sort out the logistical aspects of your wedding. Whether it\u0026rsquo;s ordaining your hand-picked minister or stepping you through how to fill out a marriage license, we\u0026rsquo;re here to help. So let\u0026rsquo;s jump right in!\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\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 Texas state law, the following are the only groups that are legally able to officiate a marriage:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003eA licensed or ordained minister or priest\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003eJewish rabbi\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003eOfficer of a religious organization \u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003eJustice of the peace, retired judge or justice, judges from numerous courts\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf you don\u0026rsquo;t yet fall into any of these categories, don\u0026rsquo;t worry! \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003eGet ordained\u003c/a\u003e for free with AMM! The ordainment process is super easy and should only take you a couple of minutes to complete. You may have to show proof and paperwork that certifies and verifies that you\u0026rsquo;re legally able to perform weddings in the state of Texas, which we provide for a small fee.\u0026nbsp;\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 Irving\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow that we\u0026rsquo;ve taken care of the certification part, it\u0026rsquo;s time to prepare to officiate the wedding. Being asked to officiate a wedding is a great honor, and you should do everything you can to deliver a memorable ceremony.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003ewedding officiant training\u003c/a\u003e offers tips on getting it right, as well as information and guides that can help you reduce your anxiety about officiating, especially if this is your first wedding. Find scripts to practice with and get inspired by, training materials, and more. Our goal is to make sure that you are prepared when the big day comes.\u0026nbsp;\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\u003eIt is the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain the marriage license, but make sure to double-check that the information is accurate before signing because it is a legal document. That means, check that all the names and dates are correct.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce signed, your job is done, and the couple takes care of the rest!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Dallas County Clerk\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe marriage license application must be completed online. Upon completing the application, the couple will also receive an order number to book an appointment with the County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office. When visiting the office, both members of the couple must present valid state-issued identification such as a passport, driver\u0026rsquo;s license, or military identification. If you complete the Texas Pre-Marital Course, you\u0026rsquo;ll not only be reducing the marriage license fee by $60, you\u0026rsquo;ll also be able to waive the 72-hour waiting period. Otherwise, the marriage license fee is $81 and is valid for 90 days. The wedding officiant is responsible for returning the license to the County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office as soon as possible.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\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\u003eYou\u0026rsquo;ve probably waited most of your life for your wedding day, so why not pull out all the stops. If budgeting is the least of your worries, \u003ca href=\"https://www.fourseasons.com/dallas/weddings/\"\u003eThe Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas\u003c/a\u003e is a breathtaking venue. Here you\u0026rsquo;ll have expansive green putting lawns and finely decorated ballrooms at your fingertips.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"http://www.theoasisballroom.com/\"\u003eOasis Ballroom\u003c/a\u003e is another gorgeous venue that has three different lavish banquet halls to choose from.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;re looking for a nice, medium-sized Texas-style setting, check out the \u003ca href=\"https://www.texicancourt.com/weddings.htm\"\u003eTexican Court\u003c/a\u003e. This beautiful rustic venue seats 150 guests and delights guests with delicious Tex-Mex cuisine prepared by an in-house culinary team. \u0026nbsp;\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\u003eThe DART Transportation system provides connections in and around the Irving area. If you don\u0026rsquo;t like to rely on public transportation, consider using your vehicle or the rideshare services available.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWeather\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eSummers in Irving are hot and muggy, whereas winters are cold and cloudy. According to locals, the best time to visit Irving for warm-weather activities is from May to late September.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the marriage license expire?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes. After you are handed your official marriage license, you must wait 72 hours before holding your ceremony. After that, you will have 90 days to hold your ceremony (counting the three-day waiting period.)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre internet ministers recognized in Texas?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes. To officiate weddings in the state, you must be authorized by a religious organization -- including internet ministries -- to perform weddings.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the minister have to register their ministerial credentials with the state?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIn some states, you have to register your ministerial credentials to perform weddings legally, but Texas is not one of them. So once you\u0026rsquo;ve signed up with us, you can legally officiate weddings.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the couple need to appear in person to apply for a marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThese days, the Dallas County clerk\u0026rsquo;s office asks that you complete the marriage application online, but the couple will need to appear in person to present their IDs and pick up their license.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $81\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e 72 Hours\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration: \u003c/strong\u003e90 Days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Officiant\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\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":""}